Ellsie

“Variant of Elsie, meaning 'God's promise'”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#7015US 2023

16Births / yr

↓Falling

198All-time births

📅 Since 200300

What does Ellsie mean and where does it come from?

Ellsie is often seen as a diminutive or variation of the name Elsie, which derives from the Hebrew name Elizabeth. The meaning 'God's promise' lends a sense of hope and assurance. While not as traditional, Ellsie has gained popularity as a modern name choice, reflecting a trend towards 'nickname-y'

Cultural significance

Ellsie has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of variant of elsie, meaning 'god's promise'.

Peak popularity

Reached #6235 in 2013 — currently #7015 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Ellsie?

Ellsie works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Ellsie Grace

How popular is Ellsie right now?

Falling — down 731 spots — currently #7015 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#7015 · Top 5.2%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7015	16	▼ down 731 · -16% births
2022	#6284	19	▲ up 2865 · +73% births
2021	#9149	11	▼ down 1357 · -21% births
2020	#7792	14	▼ down 593 · -18% births
2015	#7199	17	▲ up 5951 · +113% births
2010	#13150	8	▲ up 1153 · +14% births
2005	#14303	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Ellsie

Best Year2022Rank #6284

Peak Count19

Average Rank#9270

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2005 - 20237 years

The story of Ellsie

Ellsie is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2003. With 198 total births recorded, Ellsie remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #14303 in 2005 to #7015 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Ellsie in 2013:

Sophia Emma Olivia Isabella Ava

Ellsie by decade

Ellsie peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	41
2010s ★	143
2020s	14

💎Ellsie has only 198 total recorded births since 2003 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Ellsie?

Common

Ell

What names sound and feel like Ellsie?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Ellsie also consider these

Ellie

English · light

Elsie

Scotland · God's promise

Kellsie

American · Brave

Elphie

American · A diminutive form

American · Victory of the

Ellorie

American · English

Common questions about the name Ellsie

What does the name Ellsie mean?

Ellsie means "Variant of Elsie, meaning 'God's promise'" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Ellsie?

Ellsie is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Ellsie have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Ellsie?

Ellsie originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Ellsie trending right now?

Ellsie is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Ellsie a common or rare name?

Ellsie is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.