It is a male name of Hebrew origin. It means God is my salvation. It is considered an abbreviation of the name Elishua. Elijah. It is used in English as a translation of Elijah. Name in Hebrew of a prophet, who was a disciple and successor of the prophet Elijah. It is also used as a woman's given name. Name of a Canadian actress (Elisha Cuthbert) and another British actress (Elisha Applebaum).
