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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Form of Elisabeth: God is my oath
- Origin
- German
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- IL-suh
Ilse is the German form of Elisabeth, carrying the meaning "God is my oath." It's pronounced IL-suh, and it has an old-world, well-traveled feel — the kind of name that sounds like it's been passed down rather than picked from a current list. If you want something with real history behind it, Ilse fits.
Meaning & Origin of Ilse
Meaning: Form of Elisabeth: God is my oath.
Origin: German.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Ilse
IL-suhIPA /ˈɪlsə/
Popularity of Ilse
Ilse peaked at #1516 in 1994, when 103 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had fallen to #4929, with just 27 babies named Ilse that year.
Names Like Ilse
These names share Ilse’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Ilse mean?
Form of Elisabeth: God is my oath. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Ilse?
Ilse is pronounced IL-suh (IPA: /ˈɪlsə/).
Is Ilse a popular name right now?
Ilse peaked at #1516 in 1994 and is ranked #4929 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1914–2024.)
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