The nameIlsa
Ilsa is a short form of Elisabeth, made unforgettable by Casablanca.
- Girl's name
- German
- Feast day
Meaning
Ilsa is a variant of Ilse, a German short form of Elisabeth, "my God is an oath".
Origin
German.
History
Ingrid Bergman played Ilsa Lund in Casablanca in 1942. In the United States the name reached 2687th place in 1944. In England and Wales it reached 1862nd in 2006.
Famous people named Ilsa
- Ilsa Lund, heroine of Casablanca
Popularity of the name Ilsa
Ilsa in the United States
Ilsa was most popular in the United States in the 2010s, with 205 births over the decade, 23% of all recorded babies named Ilsa. Its rise began around 1943, and it peaked in 2011. Half of all babies named Ilsa in the United States were born before 2000.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ilsa mean?
Ilsa is a variant of Ilse, a German short form of Elisabeth, "my God is an oath".
What is the origin of the name Ilsa?
German.
Is Ilsa a girl's or a boy's name?
Ilsa is a girl's name.
How popular is the name Ilsa?
In 2024, Ilsa was the 9961st most popular name for baby girls in the United States, with 10 births.
What are the variants of the name Ilsa?
Variants and related names of Ilsa include Bettina, Elisabeth, Elsa, Elza, Isabelle, Izabella, Liana and Liliana.
Who are famous people named Ilsa?
Ilsa Lund, heroine of Casablanca.