US Popularity:11998
Origin:Norse
Other Origin(s):Scottish
Meaning:Island of Alfsigr
Legend laced in every letter, Elsha is a girl’s name of Norse origin, meaning “Island of Alfsigr.” Like Ailse and Ailsa, Elsha follows a long line of names that tell of the triumphant tales that once took place on the Scottish isle of Alfsigr or Ailse Craig. Back when fairy folk and mythical creatures made Mother Earth’s creation their home, the Cailleach, a female giant in Scottish lore, was also said to form footprints of her own. And as she walked through open waters, pebbles fell from the pocket of her apron, and the island of Alfsigr became known to the ancient people as one of them. With a name as magical as Elsha, who wouldn’t be enthralled?

Elsha Name Popularity Data

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2010
#30876
in 2010
- 3711
from 2009
In comparison to the previous year's data
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