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Imelda vs Elsie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Imelda

Girl #3,675 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"powerful in battle, mighty warrior"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

Spanish Italian Filipino Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,675
Total SSA Count
42
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

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

Imelda Rank #3,675
Elsie Rank #155

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Imelda or Elsie more popular?

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

What do Imelda and Elsie mean?

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

Are Imelda and Elsie boy or girl names?

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

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