Elisama is a unique and rare name of Hebrew origin. It is derived from the Hebrew name Elisha, which means "God is my salvation." The name Elisama is often associated with the biblical figure Elisha, who was a prophet in the Israelite kingdom of Judah during the reign of King Jehoshaphat.
According to the Bible, Elisha was the successor to Elijah and performed many miracles. He was known for his compassion towards the poor and needy, and his faith in God. The name Elisama is believed to have been popular among Jews living in the diaspora during the Middle Ages.
Today, Elisama remains a relatively uncommon name but has gained some popularity in recent years as parents seek unique and meaningful names for their children. It is often associated with qualities such as wisdom, faith, and compassion, although these traits are not necessarily tied to the name itself.
The name Elisama has been given to a total of 61 babies in the United States over the past few decades. The years with the highest number of births were 2005 and 2010, each with 8 babies named Elisama. There was also a peak in the late 1990s and early 2000s, with several years seeing between 5 to 7 births per year. More recently, there have been fewer births, with only 5 recorded in both 1992 and 2016. Despite these fluctuations, Elisama remains a unique and distinctive name choice for parents looking for something uncommon for their child.