Ilse
i-lse,
il-se
US Popularity:8318
Origin:German
Meaning:oath of God
Ilse is a German and Dutch girl’s name, meaning “oath of God.” It is a diminutive of the Hebrew name Elisabeth and a possible variant of Elsa. From Elsa of Arendelle in Frozen to Spanish model and actress Elsa Pataky, Ilse’s counterpart has definitely grown in popularity in recent years. If you love Elsa but are looking for something a little more rare, the name Ilse is a charming alternative.
Ilse Name Popularity Data
U.S. Births
Overall:Ilse is currently #8318 in U.S. births
Girl:Ilse is currently #4775 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#4775
in 2023
- 1807
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Ilse, June 2023
Behind the Name, Elizabeth, December 2022
Behind the Name, Elsa, April 2024
Disney, Frozen
IMDb, Elsa Pataky
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