Elza is a name of Hebrew origin that means "God is my oath" or "God is my promise." The name is derived from the Hebrew word "El," which means "God," and the suffix "-zah," which denotes possession. Elza is often used as a feminine given name, although it can also be used as a masculine name.
The name Elza has been popular in various cultures throughout history. In the Middle Ages, it was used among Jewish communities in Europe. In Russia, the name Elza gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with many famous figures bearing this name, such as Elza Virsaladze, a renowned pianist, and Elza Zhukova, an Olympic medalist in rhythmic gymnastics.
Today, Elza continues to be used as a given name in various countries around the world. Its popularity may have been influenced by its use in literature and popular culture, such as in the character Elza from the animated film "Frozen" by Disney. However, regardless of its popularity, Elza remains a name with deep historical roots and meaningful significance.
The name Elza appears to have had a significant popularity spike around the years 1915 to 1922, with a peak of 68 births in 1922. However, its usage began declining from the late 1920s onwards, becoming quite rare after the 1960s. Between 1976 and 1990, there were only nine recorded instances of the name Elza being given to newborn girls. Overall, according to these statistics, a total of 2111 babies were named Elza over this period.