Pledged to God
A diminutive form of Elizabeth or Elsa, Elsy carries the same etymological weight meaning 'God is my oath.' While it has historical roots as a nickname, it is increasingly used as a standalone name for parents seeking a softer, more modern alternative to Elsie.
Less common today
Elsy isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,567 in 2020.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Colombian lawyer and magistrate
Luxembourgish road bicycle racer and world champion
