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Elisha vs Avi

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elisha

Boy #851 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"my God is salvation"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Jewish Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#851
Total SSA Count
284
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Avi

Boy #846 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"father figure, patriarch"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Israeli American Indian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#846
Total SSA Count
288
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Elisha Rank #851
Avi Rank #846

Avi is more popular, ranked #846 vs #851 for Elisha.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elisha or Avi more popular?

Avi is more popular, ranked #846 compared to Elisha at #851 in the United States.

What do Elisha and Avi mean?

Elisha means "my God is salvation" (Hebrew origin). Avi means "father figure, patriarch" (Hebrew origin).

Are Elisha and Avi boy or girl names?

Elisha is primarily a boy name. Avi is primarily a boy name.

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