God is my oath
Laysa is a rare variant of Elizabeth, derived from the Hebrew name Elisheva. It shares the same etymological roots as the more common Elsa or Lisa, signifying a promise or oath to a deity. In some contexts, it is also viewed as a modern phonetic variation of the Arabic name Layla.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Laysa in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
