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At a Glance
- Meaning
- God is my oath (via Elizabeth, from Hebrew Elisheva)
- Origin
- Scottish (variant of Elizabeth, ultimately Hebrew)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- EL-speth
Elspeth is a Scottish form of Elizabeth, which traces back to the Hebrew Elisheva and carries the meaning "God is my oath." It's pronounced EL-speth, and it has a classic, vintage feel with a worldly edge. If you love Elizabeth but want something less expected, this is a close relative with its own character.
Meaning & Origin of Elspeth
Meaning: God is my oath (via Elizabeth, from Hebrew Elisheva).
Origin: Scottish (variant of Elizabeth, ultimately Hebrew).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Elspeth
EL-spethIPA /ˈɛlspəθ/
Popularity of Elspeth
Elspeth ranked #6215 in the U.S. in 2024, with 19 girls given the name that year. Its highest point was #2437 in 1984, when 39 girls were named Elspeth.
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FAQ
What does the name Elspeth mean?
God is my oath (via Elizabeth, from Hebrew Elisheva). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Elspeth?
Elspeth is pronounced EL-speth (IPA: /ˈɛlspəθ/).
Is Elspeth a popular name right now?
Elspeth peaked at #2437 in 1984 and is ranked #6215 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1914–2024.)
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