Elysia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Elysia has Greek origins, meaning blissful, and is associated with the idea of paradise. It has evolved from the Ancient Greek 'Elysion' to its modern form. The name conveys traits of beauty and serenity, and it has no biblical relevance. Elysia has gained popularity in contemporary times, appealing to those seeking a unique yet elegant name.
The name Elysia is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Elysia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Elysia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 22197th out of 24088 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9775th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2965th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1810th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1885th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2046th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Elysia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Elysia"
Pronunciation
/ɪˈlɪziə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Elysia is derived from the Greek word 'Elysium,' which refers to the concept of a paradise or a place of bliss in ancient mythology.
Meaning
blissful, from Elysium
Language Evolution
Elysia (Modern English), Elysion (Ancient Greek)
Historical Usage
The name Elysia gained popularity in the late 20th century, often associated with a sense of beauty and serenity.
Variants & Derivatives
Elysium, Elyse, Elise
Modern Popularity & Image
Elysia is perceived as a gentle and ethereal name, often associated with nature and tranquility.
Famous People
Elysia Rotaru, a Canadian actress, Elysia Kelly, a notable musician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Elysia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Elysia"
"Elysia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 22197th of 24088 | 7 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 9775th of 12526 | 16 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2965th of 19264 | 383 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1810th of 27321 | 1,155 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1885th of 35406 | 1,652 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2046th of 30306 | 1,135 |
Regional Popularity of "Elysia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Elysia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
85.12% 2500th/2937 |
87.88% 3061st/3483 |
81.24% 2858th/3518 |
53.66% 2170th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
60.24% 2220th/3685 |
48.22% 2158th/4475 |
44.11% 2291st/5194 |
27.64% 1746th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
48.38% 2217th/4582 |
39.99% 2065th/5164 |
28.31% 2070th/7313 |
23.25% 1735th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
61.92% 2467th/3984 |
48.74% 2187th/4487 |
32.78% 2236th/6822 |
32.71% 2053rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Elysia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Elysia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.