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Ella vs Elsie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ella

Girl #30 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"all, completely"

Origin: Germanic Alia

Cultural Roots

English German Hebrew Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#30
Total SSA Count
5,685
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Elsie

Girl #155 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is my oath"

Origin: Hebrew (via Scottish)

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#155
Total SSA Count
1,901
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ella Rank #30
Elsie Rank #155

Ella is more popular, ranked #30 vs #155 for Elsie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ella or Elsie more popular?

Ella is more popular, ranked #30 compared to Elsie at #155 in the United States.

What do Ella and Elsie mean?

Ella means "all, completely" (Germanic Alia origin). Elsie means "God is my oath" (Hebrew (via Scottish) origin).

Are Ella and Elsie boy or girl names?

Ella is primarily a girl name. Elsie is primarily a girl name.

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