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Elsa

Elsa is a girl name of Hebrew origin, meaning Short form of Elisabet.

  • GenderGirl
  • OriginHebrew
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#807

What does Elsa mean?

Short form of Elisabet

How popular is Elsa?

Popularity in the United States

Elsa has been given to 29,435 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 5,893 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Elsa per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Elsa has been given to 48,004 babies in France since 1900, peaking in the 2000s. It has held a steady level of use since.

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Babies named Elsa per year in France, 1900–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 18,315 people called Elsa living in Spain, with an average age of 21.8.

29,435 Babies named since 1880
2010s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Elsa

What does the name Elsa mean?

Elsa means Short form of Elisabet. It is of Hebrew origin.

Is Elsa a boy's or a girl's name?

Elsa is most often given to girls.

How popular is the name Elsa?

Elsa has been given to 29,435 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.