Elsa name meaning

By Nishant Saini

Updated: March 15th, 2024

Gender: Girl

Origin: Hebrew, Germanic, English, Scandinavian, Spanish, Finnish, German and Scottish

Usage: Arabic, German, Italian, Faroese, Icelandic, Finnish, Swedish, Danish and Norwegian

Pronunciation: pronunciation of Elsa

e-lsa

Meaning: Snow and Ice, Cute, God's Promise, God is My Oath, Noble, Nobility, Variant of Elizabeth, Pledged to God, God is Perfection, My God is a Vow, My God is Abundance, My God has Sworn, God is Fullness and My God is Perfect

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What does Elsa mean?
Variations of Elsa
How popular is Elsa?
Popularity Chart
Similar Names to Elsa
Sibling Names for Elsa
Famous People Named Elsa
Lists having Elsa

What does Elsa mean?

Eternal and Widely Accepted Elsa has its origin in Finnish, Scottish, German, Hebrew, Germanic, English, Spanish and Scandinavian is predominantly used in Swedish, Finnish, Norwegian, Arabic, German, Danish, Italian, Icelandic and Faroese, Elsa means "Snow and Ice, Cute, God's Promise, God is My Oath, Noble, Nobility, Variant of Elizabeth, Pledged to God, God is Perfection, My God is a Vow, My God is Abundance, My God has Sworn, God is Fullness or My God is Perfect" is used for both sexes.

Elsa is form of biblical Elisabet. Elisabet is form of biblical and unfading Elizabeth. Elisabet is Greek and Latin equivalent of The Hebrew Name אֱלִישֶׁבַע. Elisabet means My God is Abundance and My God has Sworn has its origin in Hebrew..

Elsa is Scandinavian and English cognate of Alice. It is celebrated on November 17th.

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How do I pronounce Elsa?

The most common pronunciation of two syllabled Elsa is e-lsa. el-sa is another way(s) to say the name.

Variants of Elsa

Elisheba, Ellsa, Elisabet, Alice, Elizabeth, Elisabed, Alek, Lexia, Jona, Elsi, Adalheidis, Adaliz, Adelais, Aliz, Adelice, Lisa, Aleka, Alycia, Alicemarie

Names that rhyme with Elsa

How popular is the name Elsa?

Elsa was a popular name in United States. Over 28798 babies have been named Elsa since 1880. When at the peak of its usage in 1895, it ranked 215th when 1138 parents chose the moniker for their baby girls.

However after 143 years, the name is on free fall on the charts but still performing better than most of the names. In addition to that, the name has been in the top 500 baby names 40 times Also, Elsa was a popular name in England and Wales.

Over 3201 babies have been named Elsa since 1996. At its zenith in 2014, the moniker grabbed the 104th spot and 537 baby girls were given the name. However after 23 years, the name is on free fall on the charts.

Additionally, the moniker has been in the top 500 baby names 17 times Also, Elsa was a popular name in France. Over 45539 babies have been named Elsa since 1900. At its zenith in 2015, it ranked 38th when 1498 parents chose the moniker for their baby girls.

However the graph is now showing a downward trend after 116 years but still performing better than most of the names. In addition to that, the moniker has been in the top 50 baby names 3 times Also, Elsa was a popular name in Spain.

Over 9373 babies have been named Elsa since 2002. At the peak of its usage in 2015, 1170 girls were bestowed the name and it was ranked at 36th position. However the graph is now showing a downward trend after 15 years but still dominating the charts.

Moreover, the moniker has been to the top 50 baby names 2 times Also, a popular name in Sweden having over 3824 recievers in 9 years of usage. Presently the name is rising, in 2018, it ranked 10th when 730 parents chose the moniker for their baby girls.

Additionally, the first name has been in the top 10 baby names 1 times

Elsa used to be a common name in Belgium, first appeared in 1996 and over 1709 babies have been given the name in 23 years.

When at the peak of its usage in 2015,. However the graph is now showing a downward trend after 23 years. Elsa is a familiar baby name in Switzerland, it has been in use since 1998 and was able to reach the top 200 names.

In 2007, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 110 on girl names chart when 59 babies were given the name Elsa. Over 996 babies in Switzerland have been named Elsa.

Also, in Netherlands, in just 3 years, it has made it to the top 200 names. In 2015, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 189 on girl names chart when 74 babies were given the name Elsa.

Over 143 babies in Netherlands have been named Elsa.

Elsa is a unique baby name in Ireland, during its short term of usage, the name has been to the top 200 names.

In 2014, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 158 on girl names chart when 37 babies were named Elsa. There are over 182 babies that have been given the name Elsa in Ireland.

However things change on global perspective, Elsa is extremely popular in Argentina where every 1 in 300 have the name as well as in, Mexico, Mozambique, Angola and Philippines. Also the baby name is popular in Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, Guatemala, Eritrea, Chile, Portugal, Indonesia, Italy, Germany, Brazil, Cuba, Ethiopia, Honduras, Venezuela, Bolivia, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Uruguay, Paraguay, South Africa, Nicaragua, Norway and East Timor.

According to our estimate, at least 1410000 people have been bestowed Elsa around the globe.

Year	Boys		Girls
Year	Rank	Births	Rank	Births
2018			886	302
2017			683	424
2016			622	476
2015			486	656
2014			286	1138

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Elsa in Nordic countries

Countries	Men		Women
Countries	First Name	Secondary Name	First Name	Secondary Name
	5	27	1339	785
	0	0	0	31897
	5	0	21015	24682
	5	0	1232	3117
	5	0	922	0

What numerology tells about Elsa?

Although you play tough all the time, deep inside, there's a sensitive soul capable of love. Your best character traits are individuality and independence. You sleep a lot because it's your way of escaping reality. You prefer to take advantage of people, but feel disappointed when someone takes you for granted. Your intellectual mind is always generating new creative ideas. You don't take them seriously because of their mediocre lives.

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Janu mostly is used in Arabic, Malayalam and Gujarati bestowed upon both sexes, meaning of Janu is "Soul, Cute or Life Force"
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Sibling Names for Elsa

If you're looking for the perfect sibling name to go with Elsa, you've come to the right place. We've compiled a list of unique and beautiful names that complement Elsa's timeless charm. Whether you prefer classic or modern names, there's something for everyone on this list. Check out our top picks below!

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Famous people named Elsa

Elsa Brändström, Swedish nurse and philanthropist
Elsa the lioness, female lion raised along with her sisters "Big One" and "Lustica" by game warden George Adamson and his wife Joy Adamson after they were orphaned at only a few weeks old
Elsa Dorfman, American portrait photographer
Elsa Salazar Cade, award-winning Mexican American science teacher and entomologist
Elsa Moberg,
Elsa Skjerven, Norwegian politician for the Christian Democratic Party
Elsa Cross, contemporary Spanish-language Mexican writer perhaps best
Elsa Respighi, Italian singer and composer
Elsa Alvarez, along with her husband Carlos Alvarez
Elsa Andersson, was Sweden's first female aviator and stunt parachutist
Elsa Gindler, somatic bodywork pioneer in Germany

Elsa Osorio, was
Elsa Rautee, Finnish poet of the labor movement
Elsa Klensch, Australian-American journalist and novelist
Elsa Eschelsson, first woman to finish a Doctor of Laws degree and the first to attain the academic position of docent at a Swedish university
Elsa Laula Renberg, Sámi activist and politician
Elsa Beskow, Swedish author and illustrator of children's books
Elsa Lanchester, English actress with a long career in theatre
Elsa Peretti, jewelry designer and philanthropist as well as a former fashion model
Elsa Schiaparelli, Italian fashion designer
Elsa Morante, Italian novelist, best
Elsa Benítez, Mexican model and television presenter
Elsa Triolet, Russian-French writer

Elsa Lunghini, French singer and actress
Elsa Joubert, Sestigers Afrikaans-language writer
Elsa Flores, Chicana artist
Elsa von Freytag-Loringhoven, German avant-garde, Dadaist artist and poet
Elsa Dax, French painter and a member of the Stuckists art movement
Elsa Gidlow, British-born, Canadian-American poet
Elsa Maxwell, American gossip columnist and author, songwriter
Elsa Pataky, Spanish model, actress, and film producer
Elsa Bernstein, Austrian-German writer and dramatist of Jewish descent
Elsa Zylberstein, French film, TV, and stage actress
Elsa Rendschmidt, German figure skater and the first German woman to win a medal at the Olympic Games
Elsa Spear Byron, American photographer

Elsa Kazi, German writer of one-act plays, short stories
Elsa Martinelli, Italian actress and fashion model
Elsa Einstein, second wife and cousin of Albert Einstein
Elsa Benham, dancer and silent movie performer from St
Elsa García, Mexican artistic gymnast and she competed at the 2012 Summer Olympics
Elsa Raven, American character actress
Elsa Lin, Singaporean singer
Elsa Pinilla Osuna, Spanish singer-songwriter and actress
Elsa Daniel, Argentine film actress
Elsa Aguirre, Mexican actress of the Golden Age of Mexican cinema
Elsa Payen in Blackhat as Second Unit Director or Assistant Director
Elsa Zamparelli in Beyond the Next Mountain as Set Decorator
Elsa Houben in Ce soir je vais tuer l'assassin de mon fils as Actress

Elsa Carnaby in Blow as Actress
Elsa Ramon in So What's the Purpose of a Platypus? as Actress
Elsa Guillet-Chapuis in Much Ado About Nothing as Camera and Electrical Department
Elsa Pharaon in Le passé as Casting Department
Elsa Carette in Molly Takes a Trip as Actress
Elsa Janssen in The Pride of the Yankees as Actress
Elsa O'Connor Elsa Oâ € ™ Connor, whose real name was Elsa Asunci6n Celestino, was an Argentine actress of cinema and theater who knew how to interpret characters of strong character.
In 1969 drama flick, El día de mañana, Elsa Baeza characterized N.
Elsa Bassermann, from 1920 drama film Die Söhne des Grafen Dossy, who portrayed Gräfin.
Elsa Cardiel, from 1979 action and crime flick La hija del contrabando, who characterized the N.

Elsa Dalands, from 1936 comedy, romance movie Wenn wir alle Engel wären, who characterized Selma Kempenich - die Tante.
Elsa del Campillo played leading character of N in 1951 drama movie Martín pescador.
In 1999, Elsa Dourdet played the role of Marie in drama flick Qui plume la lune?.
In 2001 horror movie, Le rat, Elsa Joly portrayed The girl near the river.
In 1927, Elsa Krueger portrayed the role of Baronin Inge von Holten in flick Die Villa im Tiergarten.
In 1968, Elsa Lystad portrayed the role of Jenny in action, crime flick Smuglere.
Elsa Merlini, from 1936 drama, history film Ginevra degli Almieri, who portrayed Ginevra Degli Almieri.
Elsa Montes characterized small role of N in 1987 action and crime movie Adorables criminales.

Elsa Moreno characterized the pivotal character of Baiana in 1933 comedy, musical flick A Voz do Carnaval.
Elsa Prawitz, from 1954 romance film Förtrollad vandring, who portrayed the Louise von Bogenhusen.
Elsa Rantalainen, from 1948 drama, romance film Soita minulle, Helena!, who characterized Kristiina Talasti.
In 1971, Elsa Rizou played the role of Sofia Raizi in comedy, romance flick Ethelontis ston erota.
Elsa Rumina, from 1938 drama flick A Canção da Terra, who characterized the Bastiana.
Elsa Sophie Gambard played the central role of Pegah in 2007 comedy, drama flick Free Rainer.
Elsa Segerberg, from 1931 comedy flick Aatamin puvussa ja vähän Eevankin, who characterized Alli.
In 1925, Elsa Silber played the role of N in drama film Tseka komissar Mirostsenko.

Elsa Turakainen, from 1954 drama movie Niskavuoren Aarne, who characterized Loviisa Niskavuori.
Elsa Wallin, from 1931 flick Den farliga leken, who characterized Alice.
In 1944 drama and fantasy flick, Flickan och djävulen, Elsa Widborg characterized Häxan.
Elsa Zara characterized the key character of Jenny Ladimoor in 1919 adventure film L'atleta fantasma.
In 1920, Elsa D'Auro portrayed the role of N in film Il milione.
In 1922, Elsa Granger characterized the role of Belle Delair in drama, thriller flick A Rough Passage.
In 1974 drama movie, Pueblo chico, Elsa Antequera played N.