Elysse as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Elysse

What is the meaning of the name Elysse ?

The baby name Elysse is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ɪˈliːs/ or /ɛˈliːs/ (ih-LEES or eh-LEES).

Elysse is French, Latin in Origin.

Elysse is a modern, French-tinged variant of Elise/Elyse, ultimately derived from Elisabeth (Hebrew Elisheva via Greek Elisabet and Latin Elisabeth), meaning "God is my oath" or "pledged to God." The y and double‑s styling mark a contemporary twist while subtly evoking Élysée/Elysian (from Greek Elysion), an association that adds overtones of bliss and grace without changing the traditional Hebrew sense.

As a given name, Elise flourished across Europe, with Beethoven's "Für Elise" helping cement its charm; Elyse gained steady use in English-speaking countries from the mid‑20th century. Elysse emerged later and remains rare, chosen for its elegant distinctiveness. It has seen occasional use in the United States, Canada, and Australia since the 1990s, but remains outside most top-name rankings. Close variants include Elise, Elyse, Élise, Elize, and Elisse; related forms are Elisa (Italian/Spanish/Scandinavian) and Elysia. Common nicknames are Ellie, Lise, and Lissie.