Elsie vs Rosalie

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
Nicknames
Els, Ellie

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Elsie Rank #155
Rosalie Rank #177

Elsie is more popular, ranked #155 vs #177 for Rosalie.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Elsie ___

  • Elsie Mae
  • Elsie Rose
  • Elsie Jane
  • Elsie Kate
  • Elsie Grace
  • Elsie Pearl

Rosalie ___

  • Rosalie Claire
  • Rosalie Grace
  • Rosalie Ann
  • Rosalie Elise
  • Rosalie Pearl
  • Rosalie Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Elsie

Archie Bertie Hazel Poppy Ned

If you choose Rosalie

Emmett Jasper Violet Scarlett Theodore

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elsie or Rosalie more popular?

Elsie is more popular, ranked #155 compared to Rosalie at #177 in the United States.

What do Elsie and Rosalie mean?

Elsie means "God is my oath" (Hebrew (via Scottish) origin). Rosalie means "little rose" (Latin/French origin).

Are Elsie and Rosalie boy or girl names?

Elsie is primarily a girl name. Rosalie is primarily a girl name.

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