Elsye
girl nameElsye entered the US charts in 1891, peaked at #1263 in 1897, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1891–2025
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rank today
#1263
peak (1897)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1370 |
| 1900s | #1821 |
| 1910s | #2703 |
| 1920s | #3893 |
| 1930s | #3910 |
| 2010s | #13483 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Elsye are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Elsye alive today was born around 1918, making them about 107 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Elsye in 2025?
- Elsye is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Elsye most popular?
- Elsye peaked in 1897, reaching #1263 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Elsye with classmates?
- Elsye will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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