Elgie
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Elgie is a unisex name of English origin, meaning “Elgie is of Old English origin and is derived from Ælfgifu, a feminine name meaning 'elf gift'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1918.
What Elgie Means
“Elgie is of Old English origin and is derived from Ælfgifu, a feminine name meaning 'elf gift'.”
The Story of Elgie
A gift from the elves, this rare name has waited patiently since Anglo-Saxon times for your child to claim it.
Elgie is a charming echo from Old English, derived from the feminine name Ælfgifu, which translates to 'elf gift.' This name speaks of ancient woodlands and a time when the mystical world of elves was woven into everyday life. It traveled through centuries, a whisper of enchantment that remained largely within English-speaking communities.
Imagining your child with the name Elgie evokes a sense of gentle mystery and a connection to the natural world. When you write 'Elgie' on a keepsake for your child, you are gifting them a sense of wonder, a feeling that they are a rare and precious present from beyond the ordinary. It's a name that feels like a soft breath of magic.
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Peak Year
#44 in 1918
Total Births
1,343
First Recorded
1884
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