Elsa
Girl name · 182 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Elsa: 182 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 31 births in 2014.
A short form of Elizabeth, Elsa has Scandinavian and German roots, ultimately from the Hebrew Elisheva, meaning "God is my oath." It rose to international fame through the fictional Queen Elsa in Disney's *Frozen*, but real-life bearers include pioneering fashion designer Elsa Schiaparelli, known for her surrealist creations, and actress Elsa Lanchester, iconic as the Bride of Frankenstein. The name shares its etymological root with the Scottish royal name Elizabeth, linking it to centuries of monarchy. While modern associations lean heavily on ice and sisterly love, Elsa has a classic, elegant feel that predates the animated phenomenon.
Girl 25 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 201431 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #3878 babies
- Total births
- 182since 1977
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 56%vs prior 5y