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Elsie

EL-see

Popularity

#155

rising

Letters

5

Syllables

2

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

188,705

Peak Year

#5,221 in 1918

First Recorded

1880

Style

Vintage, Cute & Playful

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

A diminutive of Elizabeth, meaning 'my God is abundance' or 'oath of God'.

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ElsEllie

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • Elsie Fisher

    American actress known for Eighth Grade.

Nicknames

ElsEllie

Spelling Variations

ElsaElseElsy

Similar Names

ElizaAliceClaraLucy

Personality Traits

KindSweetGentleOptimistic

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Meaning

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