Elise
girl name#223 in 2025Elise entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #152 in 2012, ranks #223 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#223
rank today
#152
peak (2012)
1,367
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #370 |
| 1890s | #410 |
| 1900s | #436 |
| 1910s | #445 |
| 1920s | #523 |
| 1930s | #604 |
| 1940s | #662 |
| 1950s | #484 |
| 1960s | #502 |
| 1970s | #612 |
| 1980s | #350 |
| 1990s | #295 |
| 2000s | #228 |
| 2010s | #174 |
| 2020s | #244 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Elise has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 67,500 people named Elise are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Elise alive today was born around 2001, making them about 24 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Elise in 2025?
- Elise ranks #223 among US girl names in 2025, with 1,367 babies given the name.
- When was the name Elise most popular?
- Elise peaked in 2012, reaching #152 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Elise with classmates?
- Elise will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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