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Elsa

Though now a personification of empowering self-acceptance, Elsa first founds its mark as a feminine variation of the Hebrew name Elizabeth. Meaning "God is my oath," Elsa is deeply tied to the mother of John the Baptist, revered for her honor and devotion. And while Elizabeth's enduring faith in God would eventually allow her to receive her most desired wish, thanks to Frozen, Elsa now exhibits the merits of embracing the self. A testament to devotion in all its forms, Elsa is a wonderful way of reminding baby that staying true to themselves is the surest way to receive all of life's blessings.
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Meaning

God is my oath

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Pronunciation

EL-sah

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Traits

  • Graceful
  • Confident
  • Resilient
  • Intelligent

Compatibility

Elsa pairs well with classic and elegant names for siblings, such as Charlotte or William. As a middle name, it complements longer first names nicely. Culturally, Elsa has a timeless appeal that can work in a variety of styles, from traditional to modern.

Graceful Confident Resilient Intelligent

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Famous Personalities

Notable people who share the name.

Portrait of Elsa Lanchester

Elsa Lanchester

Actress

Born: October 28, 1902 · Lewisham, London, England

Portrait of Elsa Schiaparelli

Elsa Schiaparelli

Fashion Designer

Born: September 10, 1890 · Rome, Italy

Portrait of Elsa Triolet

Elsa Triolet

Writer

Born: September 12, 1896 · Moscow, Russian Empire

Portrait of Elsa Morante

Elsa Morante

Writer

Born: August 18, 1912 · Rome, Italy

Portrait of Elsa Hosk

Elsa Hosk

Model

Born: November 7, 1988 · Stockholm, Sweden

Portrait of Elsa Raven

Elsa Raven

Actress

Born: September 21, 1929 · Charleroi, Pennsylvania, USA

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God is my fortune
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Weaver
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To flow down
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Beloved
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To tailor or cut
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Regional Variations & Spellings

Alternative Spellings

  • Elsa Original form
  • Эльза Russian
  • 艾尔莎 Chinese (Mandarin)
  • Arabic
  • Hindi
  • Japanese
  • Elza Polish
  • Έλσα Greek
  • Georgian

Cultural Adaptations

  • إلسا (Elsa) Arabic
  • एल्सा (Elsa) Hindi
  • エルサ (Elsa) Japanese
  • ელსა (Elsa) Georgian

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Frequently Asked Questions about Elsa

What does Elsa mean?
God is my oath
What is the origin of Elsa?
Elsa has Hebrew origins.
Is Elsa popular?
Elsa has been viewed 151 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
What are similar names to Elsa?
Similar names include Gadiel, Penelope, Jordan, Quennel, Kara.
How do you pronounce Elsa?
Elsa is pronounced EL-sah.

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