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Mollie vs Elsie

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

Mollie Rank #1,209
Elsie Rank #155

Elsie is more popular, ranked #155 vs #1209 for Mollie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mollie or Elsie more popular?

Elsie is more popular, ranked #155 compared to Mollie at #1209 in the United States.

What do Mollie and Elsie mean?

Mollie means "wished-for child" (Hebrew origin). Elsie means "God is my oath" (Hebrew (via Scottish) origin).

Are Mollie and Elsie boy or girl names?

Mollie is primarily a girl name. Elsie is primarily a girl name.

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