Elisabeth vs Tilly

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tilly

Girl #952 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strength in battle"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German Australian Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#952
Total SSA Count
273
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Til, Tillie

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Elisabeth Rank #906
Tilly Rank #952

Elisabeth is more popular, ranked #906 vs #952 for Tilly.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Elisabeth ___

  • Elisabeth Anne
  • Elisabeth Grace
  • Elisabeth Marie
  • Elisabeth Rose
  • Elisabeth Claire
  • Elisabeth Jane

Tilly ___

  • Tilly Rose
  • Tilly Mae
  • Tilly Jane
  • Tilly Grace
  • Tilly Anne
  • Tilly Blythe

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Elisabeth

Charlotte Eleanor Josephine Margaret Heinrich

If you choose Tilly

Mabel Elsie Bertie Archie Hazel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elisabeth or Tilly more popular?

Elisabeth is more popular, ranked #906 compared to Tilly at #952 in the United States.

What do Elisabeth and Tilly mean?

Elisabeth means "pledged to God" (Biblical Hebrew origin). Tilly means "strength in battle" (Germanic origin).

Are Elisabeth and Tilly boy or girl names?

Elisabeth is primarily a girl name. Tilly is primarily a girl name.

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