Elsie
Meaning: Pledged to God, noble
Origin: Scottish/English
Gender: Girl
Rank in Canada: #228
Total births: 5,496
History: Scottish diminutive of Elizabeth. Elsie peaked in early Ontario and is reviving in modern Canada.
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| Current rank (2024) | #187 |
| Babies named Elsie in 2024 | 61 |
| Total recorded in Canada | 5,496 |
| Peak year | 1920 (246 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #33 |
| Years in records | 1917–2024 (89 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 6 spots |
Frequently asked about Elsie
What does the name Elsie mean?
Elsie means “Pledged to God, noble” from Scottish/English roots.
What is the origin of the name Elsie?
Elsie has Scottish/English origin. The traditional meaning is “Pledged to God, noble”.
How popular is Elsie in Canada?
Elsie ranked #187 in Canada in 2024 — given to 61 babies that year.
When was Elsie most popular?
Elsie peaked in 1920 with 246 babies registered that year in Canada.
Is Elsie a boy or girl name?
Elsie is predominantly a girls' name in Canada — over 90% of Elsies in registered births are female.
How long has Elsie been recorded in Canada?
Elsie appears in birth records in Canada across 89 years — from 1917 through 2024.