Elissa

Girl

Origin: Hebrew · Other

Meaning

“variant of Elizabeth, "my God is an oath"; also the Phoenician founder of Carthage (Dido)”

Source

Cultural Notes

In Phoenician tradition Elissa was the name of the legendary founder of Carthage also known as Dido.

Popularity

Rarity: rare
Peak decade: 1990s
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Famous People Named Elissa

  • Elissa (Lebanese singer)

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