Feminine dossier · first seen 1880

Elsie

Resurgent Gaining cultural share #123 girls’ name in 2025
Peak era
1918
Peak births
5,194
Current vitality
Healthy
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
1880Peak 19182025
peak 1918 2025 18801900192019401960198020002020

Quick answers about Elsie

How many people are named Elsie?

An estimated 43,891 living Americans are named Elsie.

How rare is Elsie?

Elsie is moderately uncommon among babies today, with 2,236 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 57% from its 1918 peak. It was the #123 girls’ name in 2025.

How old is the typical Elsie?

The median age of a living American named Elsie is approximately 29 years, with most bearers falling between 7 and 79 years old.

Is Elsie still popular?

Yes — Elsie is currently rising in popularity, with 2,236 births in 2025. Births this decade are running about 2.4× higher than the previous decade.

Peak year
1918
Decline from peak
57%
2025
2,236
All-time
190,072