Else Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Else Name at a Glance

Name	Else
Meaning	Abbreviation of Elisabeth.
Origin	Scandinavian
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Else Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Else means “Abbreviation of Elisabeth”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Else Name Origin

Our database records Else under Scandinavian origin. Browse more Scandinavian baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Else a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Else is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Else

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