UK girl's name
Elisabella
A feminine variation of Elizabeth combining Elisabeth and bella, meaning "consecrated to God" and "beautiful".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2018. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Elisabella is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Elisabella popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2018 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5666, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2018, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2018 to 2018. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Elisabella is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Elisabella. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2019 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Elisabella ranked #5666 for girls in England and Wales in 2018, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2018, when 3 girls were registered as Elisabella.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Elisabella as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5666
2018
Births in 2018
3
Latest year
Peak year
2018
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Elisabella mean?
The name Elisabella has its origins in the Hebrew language, derived from the biblical name Elisheba, which translates to "God is my oath" or "God is abundance." It is a combination of the Hebrew elements "El" meaning "God" and "shava" meaning "oath" or "abundance."
Elisabella is a variation of the more common name Elizabeth, which has been popular throughout history in various cultures and languages. The name gained widespread recognition through its association with Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist, as mentioned in the New Testament of the Bible.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Elisabella can be traced back to the 12th century, when it appeared in Italian records. During the Renaissance period, the name became popular among Italian noble families, particularly in regions such as Tuscany and Umbria.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Elisabella. One of the most famous was Elisabella Gonzaga (1471-1526), an Italian noblewoman and patron of the arts, known for her influential role in the cultural and intellectual life of the Renaissance period.
Another prominent figure was Elisabella Sirani (1638-1665), an Italian Baroque painter renowned for her exceptional talent and groundbreaking achievements as a female artist during a time when the profession was dominated by men.
In the realm of literature, Elisabella Caminer Turra (1751-1796) was an Italian writer and journalist who played a significant role in the Enlightenment movement and championed women's education and intellectual pursuits.
The name also found its way into the world of music through Elisabetta Contralto (1653-1718), an Italian operatic contralto singer who performed in various operas and gained fame across Europe in the late 17th and early 18th centuries.
Lastly, Elisabella Gonzaga (1787-1859), an Italian noblewoman and philanthropist, is remembered for her charitable works and efforts to improve the lives of the underprivileged during her lifetime.
While these are just a few examples, the name Elisabella has left its mark throughout history, spanning various fields and cultures, reflecting its enduring appeal and rich heritage.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Elisabella by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Elisabella was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5666 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Elisabella
- Emily 121,621
- Ella 69,101
- Ellie 63,522
- Evie 52,944
- Emma 50,755
- Eleanor 40,576
- Elizabeth 39,225
- Erin 34,816
- Eva 29,738
- Evelyn 26,911
- Elsie 23,671
- Emilia 22,167
FAQ
Elisabella: questions and answers
How popular is the name Elisabella in the UK right now?
In 2018, Elisabella was ranked #5666 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Elisabella most popular?
The peak year on record was 2018, with 3 babies registered as Elisabella in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Elisabella?
A feminine variation of Elizabeth combining Elisabeth and bella, meaning "consecrated to God" and "beautiful".
How many people are called Elisabella in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Elisabella across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.