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Elsie vs Imelda

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Elsie Rank #155
Imelda Rank #3,675

Elsie is more popular, ranked #155 vs #3675 for Imelda.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elsie or Imelda more popular?

Elsie is more popular, ranked #155 compared to Imelda at #3675 in the United States.

What do Elsie and Imelda mean?

Elsie means "God is my oath" (Hebrew (via Scottish) origin). Imelda means "powerful in battle, mighty warrior" (Germanic origin).

Are Elsie and Imelda boy or girl names?

Elsie is primarily a girl name. Imelda is primarily a girl name.

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