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At a Glance
- Meaning
- God is my oath (via Elspeth/Elizabeth)
- Origin
- Scottish (diminutive of Elspeth/Elizabeth)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- EL-see
Elsie is a Scottish name, originally a diminutive of Elspeth and Elizabeth, carrying the meaning "God is my oath." It's pronounced EL-see, and its vintage feel comes by it honestly — this is an old, established name rather than a modern invention. If you're researching it for a daughter, you're looking at a name with real linguistic roots behind it.
Meaning & Origin of Elsie
Meaning: God is my oath (via elspeth/elizabeth).
Origin: Scottish (diminutive of Elspeth/Elizabeth).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Elsie
EL-seeIPA /ˈɛlsi/
Popularity of Elsie
Elsie hit its peak popularity at #31 back in 1896, when 1,878 baby girls were given the name. After more than a century of ups and downs, it sat at #155 in 2024, with 1,901 Elsies born that year — a count almost identical to its 1896 peak, just far down the rankings since so many more names are in circulation now.
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FAQ
What does the name Elsie mean?
God is my oath (via elspeth/elizabeth). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Elsie?
Elsie is pronounced EL-see (IPA: /ˈɛlsi/).
Is Elsie a popular name right now?
Elsie peaked at #31 in 1896 and is ranked #155 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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