Elspeth
Elspeth: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Elspeth
- A female given name from Hebrew, a Scottish variant of Elizabeth.
How popular is Elspeth?
Since 1880, 919 girls in the U.S. have been named Elspeth. Its highest rank for girls was #2438 in 1984. In 2025, 14 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Elspeth
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Sibling name ideas for Elspeth
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Elspeth FAQ
What does the name Elspeth mean?
A female given name from Hebrew, a Scottish variant of Elizabeth.
What is the origin of the name Elspeth?
Elspeth is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Elspeth?
Since 1880, 919 girls in the U.S. have been named Elspeth. Its highest rank for girls was #2438 in 1984. In 2025, 14 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Elspeth a boy or girl name?
Elspeth is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 919 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.