Elsie (given name)

Elsie is a feminine given name. It is most commonly a diminutive of the name Elizabeth, but can also be derived from Elspeth (the Scottish form of Elizabeth), or occasionally from other names beginning with "Els-" such as Elsinore.

Elsie was a particularly popular name in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, especially in the United Kingdom and North America. Its popularity has since declined, though it has experienced a resurgence in recent years.

The name Elsie is often associated with qualities such as gentleness, kindness, and resilience.