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

Unlikely. With around 25 UK babies named Elsie-Rae per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Elsie-Rae in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

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

Elsie-Rae is rising: up 236 places since 2020, to #1,271 in 2025. Its best recorded position was #1,136 in 2018.

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

Elsie-Rae 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-Rae a popular baby name in the United States?

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

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Elsie-Rae is a distinctive choice, ranked #1271 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Elsie-Rae in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Elsie-Rae

Elsie-Rae is gradually declining in popularity, having dropped 34 places over five years. Its high point was #1136 in 2018, and it now sits at #1541. The name has been recorded in UK data since 2011.

Elsie-Rae is uncommon in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Elsie-Rae in their class.