Can Elsie stand alone?

Girl Names
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See the results of this poll: Can Elsie stand alone?

Respondents: 33 (This poll is closed)

  • Yes, it’s fine as a given name : 16 (48%)
  • It can work but I prefer it as a nickname : 11 (33%)
  • No, it’s only a nickname: 6 (18%)
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Thanks for the votes! Any other opinions?

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I really like [name]Elisabeth[/name], but you could use a different form of it like [name]Elspeth[/name] or [name]Elisabetta[/name].

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I know of three Elsies, all of whom have the name as a standalone.

6

I think [name]Eloise[/name] nn [name]Elsie[/name] would be great. I love the suggestion of [name]Elspeth[/name].

7

I prefer it as a nickname, but I just generally prefer longer names that have cute nicknames (hence my kids [name]Alexander[/name] = [name]Xander[/name], [name]Madelyn[/name] = [name]Maddie[/name], and [name]Genevieve[/name] = well…she was supposed to be [name]Vivi[/name] but calls herself GV so that seems to be what is sticking!).

[name]Elsie[/name] is darling though. If we keep [name]Elisabeth[/name] on our short list, [name]Elsie[/name] is definitely a top contender for the nickname!

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Thanks everyone! I’m thinking I should start giving [name]Elizabeth[/name] more of a chance!

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I love [name]Elsie[/name]! I am a firm believer in naming a child what she will be called. [name]Elsie[/name] is a name that stands alone just fine and will age well. If you want a longer form, I would use [name]Elsa[/name].