Elisheva
Elisheva is a Jewish girl name of Hebrew origin, meaning “My God is an oath”.
| Meaning | My God is an oath |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | אֱלִישֶׁבַע |
| Pronunciation | eh-lee-SHEH-vah |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel, United States |
Meaning and origin of Elisheva
Elisheva is the Hebrew original of Elizabeth, from Eli 'my God' and sheva 'oath', so 'my God is an oath' or 'God is abundance'. In Exodus 6:23 Elisheva, daughter of Amminadab and sister of Nachshon, marries Aaron and becomes the mother of the priestly line. Through Greek Elisabet the name became Elizabeth in Christian Europe.
Is Elisheva a Jewish name?
Elisheva is a biblical name, borne by the wife of Aaron the high priest; it is the Hebrew root of Elizabeth.
How popular is Elisheva?
Popular in religious Jewish communities and used in Israel generally.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Elisheva mean?
Elisheva means 'My God is an oath'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Elisheva a Jewish name?
Elisheva is a biblical name, borne by the wife of Aaron the high priest; it is the Hebrew root of Elizabeth.
How do you pronounce Elisheva?
Elisheva is pronounced eh-lee-SHEH-vah.
Is Elisheva a boy or girl name?
Elisheva is usually a girl name.