Elsie
Meaning of Elsie
The name Elsie is a charming and timeless choice for a baby girl. Originating from Scotland, Elsie is a diminutive of the name Elizabeth, which means "pledged to God" in Hebrew. Pronounced as EL-see (/ˈɛlsi/), this name has been adored for generations and evokes a sense of warmth and endearment. Variations of the name include Elsa and Elise, each carrying its own unique flair while retaining the same core essence. In the United States, Elsie has seen fluctuating popularity over the years but has recently experienced a resurgence, ranking 163rd in 2023 with 1,749 occurrences. The name's enduring appeal can be attributed to its sweet simplicity and classic elegance, making it a beloved choice for parents seeking a name that is both traditional and fresh.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as EL-see (/ˈɛlsi/)
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Notable People Named Elsie
| Elsie Inglis - Eliza Maud "Elsie" Inglis was a pioneering Scottish medical doctor, surgeon, suffragist, and founder of the Scottish Women's Hospitals, known for being the first woman to hold the Serbian Order of the White Eagle. |
| Elsie de Wolfe, Lady Mendl, was an American actress who became a pioneering interior designer known for her light, simple styles and uncluttered room layouts. |
| Elsie MacGill - Elizabeth Muriel Gregory MacGill, also known as the "Queen of the Hurricanes," was a pioneering Canadian engineer and the first woman in the world to earn an aeronautical engineering degree. |
| Elsie Kate Fisher is an American actor known for her role in Eighth Grade and voicing animated characters in Despicable Me, Masha and the Bear, and The Addams Family. |
| Elsie Leung Oi-sie is a prominent Hong Kong politician and solicitor who served as Secretary for Justice of Hong Kong and was a member of the Executive Council. |
| Dame Elsie Payne was the first Barbadian-born principal of Queen's College in Bridgetown and the first woman knighted in Barbados for her dedication to education and the nation. |
| Elsie Gertrude Mackay was an Australian-born actress known for her stage performances in the United States and Britain during the early 20th century, later transitioning to radio in Australia. |
| Elsie Joy Davison, a Canadian-born British aviator and airline director, made history as the first female British aviator to die in World War II while serving with the Air Transport Auxiliary. |
| Elsie Cohen was a Dutch-born British entrepreneur who opened the first art cinema in the UK, The Academy cinema, in 1931. |
| Elsie Foster Cassatt - Elizabeth "Elsie" Foster Cassatt Stewart was an American sportswoman and socialite. |
| Elsie Marian Henderson, also known as Baroness de Coudenhove, was a renowned British painter and sculptor, celebrated for her captivating animal paintings. |
| Elsie Albert is a Papua New Guinean rugby league footballer known for playing as a prop for the Parramatta Eels Women in the NRL Women's Premiership. |
| Elsie Maude Stanley Hall, also known as Elsie Stanley Hall, was a well-known classical pianist from Australia who made a significant impact in South Africa. |
| Elsie May Jenkins - Elsie "Ma" May Jenkins, also known as the "Opal Queen," was a renowned opal and mica miner in Australia, particularly known for her work in Lightning Ridge, Coober Pedy, and Alice Springs. |
| Elsie May Kittredge was a prominent American botanist, photographer, and curator at the New York Botanical Gardens. |
