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Scottish · Girl name

Elsie

“pledged to God”

About the name Elsie

The name Elsie is derived from the Scottish diminutive of Elizabeth, which means ‘pledged to God’ in Hebrew. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Scotland and England. The name has a charming, vintage appeal and has been embraced in modern times as well.

Meaning
pledged to God
Origin
Scottish
Gender
Girl
Pronunciation
EL-see(2 syl.)

Variants and spellings

No common variant spellings are widely recorded.

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Middle names for Elsie

  • Elsie Marie
  • Elsie Jane
  • Elsie Rose
  • Elsie Ann
  • Elsie Claire

Questions about Elsie

What does Elsie mean?
Elsie is a Scottish name meaning "pledged to God".
How do you pronounce Elsie?
Elsie is pronounced EL-see, with emphasis on the first syllable.

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