Else Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationEL-suh / ˈɛl.səGerman; Scandinavian; Hebrew
Meaning
German: noble; Scandinavian: pledged to God; Hebrew: God is my oath
Historical & Cultural Background
Else is a diminutive form of the name Elisabeth, which has roots in both Hebrew and German cultures. It has been used in various European countries, particularly in Germany and Scandinavia. The name has historical significance, often associated with nobility and religious connotations.
Trend Summary
Else has seen a modest resurgence in popularity in recent years, particularly influenced by cultural references.
Similar Names
Variants
- Elsa
- Elise
International Variants
- Elisa (Italian)
- Elisabeth (Dutch)
- Elisa (Spanish)
Famous people named Else
Else Lasker-Schüler was a German poet and playwright known for her contributions to Expressionist literature.
Else Holmelund Minarik was an American author recognized for her children's books, including the Little Bear series.
Else K. H. H. K. was a notable Danish artist known for her paintings and contributions to the art community.
Else Marie Pade was a Danish composer and pioneer in electronic music.
Fictional characters named Else
Else is a character in the children's book series 'Little Bear' by Else Holmelund Minarik.
Else is a character in the animated film 'Frozen,' known for her close relationship with her sister Anna.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Else was first seen in the United States in 1884. Else has ranked as high as #843 nationally, which occurred in 1932, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Else has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Else (1935)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1884 | 5 |
| 1886 | 5 |
| 1887 | 5 |
| 1890 | 7 |
| 1891 | 7 |
| 1892 | 11 |
| 1893 | 10 |
| 1894 | 5 |
| 1895 | 12 |
| 1896 | 7 |
| 1898 | 6 |
| 1900 | 7 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1904 | 6 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1912 | 7 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1917 | 11 |
| 1918 | 6 |
| 1919 | 13 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1921 | 10 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1926 | 12 |
| 1927 | 11 |
| 1928 | 13 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1930 | 9 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1932 | 14 |
| 1933 | 10 |
| 1934 | 12 |
| 1935 | 14 |
| 1936 | 9 |
| 1937 | 8 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1946 | 8 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 |