Elfie Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationEL-fee / ˈɛlfiEnglish; German
Meaning
English: elf; German: noble
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Elfie is often considered a diminutive of names like Elfrida or Alfreda. It has roots in both English and German cultures, where it is associated with elves or noble beings. The name has seen varying popularity over the years, particularly in the early to mid-20th century. It is more commonly used in certain regions and may carry a whimsical or fairy-tale connotation.
Trend Summary
The name Elfie has seen limited popularity in the United States, with occasional spikes in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Elfi
- Elphie
International Variants
- Elfi (German)
- Elfie (Dutch)
Famous people named Elfie
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Elfie was first seen in the United States in 1883. Elfie has ranked as high as #736 nationally, which occurred in 1914, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Elfie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Elfie
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1883 | 6 |
| 1884 | 5 |
| 1886 | 5 |
| 1888 | 11 |
| 1889 | 6 |
| 1890 | 6 |
| 1891 | 6 |
| 1892 | 5 |
| 1893 | 9 |
| 1895 | 5 |
| 1896 | 7 |
| 1897 | 7 |
| 1898 | 6 |
| 1900 | 12 |
| 1901 | 9 |
| 1902 | 10 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1905 | 9 |
| 1906 | 6 |
| 1907 | 9 |
| 1908 | 6 |
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1913 | 8 |
| 1914 | 17 |
| 1915 | 12 |
| 1916 | 13 |
| 1917 | 10 |
| 1918 | 9 |
| 1919 | 13 |
| 1920 | 13 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1922 | 17 |
| 1923 | 10 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 5 |