Ilsa

Name Meaning

Ilsa is the German variant of Elizabeth, and it making a comeback in Europe. It’s beautiful and distinctly European, most associated with Ingrid Bergman’s character in Casablanca. The Il- spelling might throw people off, having them opt for the alternate spelling of Elsa.

Origin

German, Teutonic

Syllables

2

Nicknames

Telsa, Lizette, Lizbeth, Lizbet, Liza, Liz, Lise, Liezel, Liesl, Libby, Elli, Eliza, Betty, Bettina, Beth, Bess

Popularity in 2019

#12218

Related Names

Lyzbeth, Lizabeth, Lisabeth, Lisabet, Elsa, Elisabeth