Will my child share the name Elsie-May with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 29 UK babies named Elsie-May per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Elsie-May in her class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Elsie-May becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Elsie-May has been declining in UK popularity, dropping 219 places in the last five years. Its peak was #714 in 2016. Choosing it now means she is likely to be among the last of her generation with this name.

Is Elsie-May a good choice for a distinctive name?

Elsie-May is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Elsie-May a popular baby name in the United States?

Elsie-May does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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👧 Girl's name 💎 Relatively Unique UK #1160

Elsie-May

Elsie-May is a distinctive choice, ranked #1160 in 2024. Your child is likely to be the only Elsie-May in their class.

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UK Rank 2024

#1160

About the Name Elsie-May

Elsie-May has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 219 places in five years. It was most popular in 2016 at #714 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a regular feature in UK records since 2002.

Elsie-May is distinctive enough that your child will likely be the only one in both their class and their school — standing out on every register.