Elsie

The name Elsie is generally recognized as a respectful vow of devotion, particularly in context with divine pledges. Its roots signify commitment and grace, deriving its meaning from the biblical association with Elizabeth, which symbolizes being dedicated or promised to God.

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Elsie is of Scottish origin and is a diminutive form of the name Elizabeth, which means 'pledged to God.' It can also be traced back to Germanic roots where it is considered a form of the name Elsa.

  • Popularity: 390th
  • Babies named Elsie in the US in 2023:
    Female: 1749
    Male: 0
  • Nicknames: Els, Ellie, Elle, Sisi, Eli..
  • Full Names: Elizabeth, Elisa, Elspeth, Elsa, Eliza..
  • Famous Namesakes: Elsie Tanner - Fictional character on Coronation Street, Elsie Hughes - Fictional character from Downton Abbey, Elsie Fisher - Actress and voice actress, Elsie de Wolfe - American interior decorator, Elsie Janis - Entertainer during the early 20th century..
  • Gender: It is predominantly associated with females and used widely across several cultures in this context.
  • Numerology: In numerology, the name Elsie corresponds to the number 6. This number is associated with nurturing, care, and responsibility. As a name that reflects domesticity and family love, it points toward individuals who are often devoted to serving those they hold dear and possess healing and protective tendencies.

Elsie has seen varying popularity in different eras and regions. It was particularly popular in the early to mid-20th century, experiencing a resurgence in recent decades as classic names have come back into style. In English-speaking countries like the UK and USA, it ranks amongst the top 200 names as of recent years.

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