Elish

Elish is a personal name that may be used as a given name or as a surname. It appears in various cultures and languages, often as a variant or shortened form of names such as Elisha or Elis, though its exact origins and usage can vary by country and community.

Etymology and meaning: The form Elish is commonly connected to Hebrew roots associated with the name Elisha, which is generally interpreted as meaning “My God is salvation” (from El, God, and yeshua, salvation). In some contexts, Elish may be treated as an independent name rather than strictly a derivative, reflecting local naming traditions and transliteration practices.

Usage and distribution: Elish is relatively uncommon in most census data but can be found in English-speaking countries as a given name or surname, as well as in communities that adopt Hebrew-derived or cross-cultural naming patterns. Naming choices may reflect personal preference, family ties, or cultural heritage.

Variants and related names: Related names include Elisha, Elisabeth/Elizabeth variants, and Elijah, among other Hebrew-derived names. The spelling Elish may be encountered as a stand-alone form or as a variant within broader name families, depending on language and transliteration.

Notable people and cultural references: There are individuals with the surname or given name Elish in various locales, but no single widely recognized figure is universally associated with the name. The name does not correspond to a widely known work or fictional title. See also: Elisha, Elis, Elijah.