US Popularity Rank: 26162

Origin: Hebrew

Meaning: God is my oath, God's promise; Of Elisia; From the blessed isles

While the Elissa train's always in the station, the rarer Ellyssa has only begun its journey to greatness! This girl's name is of Hebrew origin. It derives from the perennial favorite, Elizabeth, which means "God is my oath" and "God's promise." Ellyssa may also have roots in Greek Elisia, meaning "from the blessed isles." You may be familiar with the word Elysium, referring to the paradise of Greek mythology. Either way, this name will bring out baby's heavenly nature!