Elphie Girl

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationEL-fee / ˈɛl.fi

English; German

Meaning

English: elf; German: noble

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Elphie is often considered a diminutive or affectionate form of names like Elphaba. It has gained popularity in modern culture, particularly through the character Elphaba in the musical 'Wicked,' which is based on the novel by Gregory Maguire. The name evokes themes of fantasy and magic, connecting it to folklore and mythical beings.

Trend Summary

The name Elphie has seen a rise in popularity due to cultural influences from theater and literature.

Similar Names

AlfieElfieElaraElodieEliseEllieElyse

Variants

  • Elphaba

International Variants

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Famous people named Elphie

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Fictional characters named Elphie

Elphie (Wicked) is a nickname often used for Elphaba in various adaptations.

Sibling Suggestions

ElenaElianaEllaElsieEvelynEmilia

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Elphie was first seen in the United States in 1915. Elphie has ranked as high as #829 nationally, which occurred in 1915, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Elphie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Elphie

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19155