Elyesa
Elyesa is a Muslim boy name meaning “The Prophet Elisha”.
| Meaning | The Prophet Elisha |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkish form of Arabic al-Yasaʿ |
| Arabic spelling | اليسع |
| Pronunciation | el-YEH-sah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Elyesa
Elyesa is the Turkish spelling of al-Yasaʿ, the Quranic name of the Prophet Elisha, who is mentioned alongside Ismail, Yunus and Lut among those God favoured. Turkish adapts the Arabic article al- as el-, giving Elyesa (also Elyasa). It is a rare but respected name in Turkey, chosen by families who want a prophet's name that is less common than Ibrahim or Yusuf.
Is Elyesa a Muslim name?
Yes. Elyesa is a Muslim name: it is the Turkish form of al-Yasaʿ (Elisha), one of the prophets named in the Quran.
Is Elyesa in the Quran?
Al-Yasaʿ is named in the Quran: 'And Ishmael, al-Yasaʿ, Jonah and Lot, and all of them We preferred over the worlds' (Quran 6:86).
Where is the name Elyesa used?
Mainly used in Turkey, where it is an uncommon but well-recognised prophet's name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Elyesa mean?
Elyesa means 'The Prophet Elisha'. It comes from Turkish form of Arabic al-Yasaʿ.
Is Elyesa a Muslim name?
Yes. Elyesa is a Muslim name: it is the Turkish form of al-Yasaʿ (Elisha), one of the prophets named in the Quran.
How do you write Elyesa in Arabic?
Elyesa is written اليسع in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Elyesa?
Elyesa is pronounced el-YEH-sah.
Is Elyesa mentioned in the Quran?
Al-Yasaʿ is named in the Quran: 'And Ishmael, al-Yasaʿ, Jonah and Lot, and all of them We preferred over the worlds' (Quran 6:86).