Female Name
Elsie
ˈɛl.si
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
cat names
child actors
diminutives
Discworld characters
Downton Abbey characters
Edens Zero characters
ends in -ie
mascots
Munchkin actors
nicknames
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
79/100
classic100%
youthful100%
informal80%
natural120%
wholesome140%
delicate80%
refined100%
strange65%
simple120%
Meaning & Etymology
Elsie is a diminutive form of the name Elizabeth, which itself originates from the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning 'God is my oath'. The name Elsie has been used independently since the 19th century and is often associated with qualities of kindness and grace.
Etymology
Original Form:
Elizabeth
Evolution:
Elsie evolved as a pet form of Elizabeth in English-speaking countries, gaining popularity as a standalone name in the 1800s.
Source:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elsie