Ailsa
Ailsa first appears in US records in 1918. It peaked in 2003, when 19 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Ailsa popular?
Declining Ailsa is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2003 peak.
| 2020s | 25 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 121 | |
| 2000s | 123 | |
| 1990s | 112 | |
| 1980s | 45 | |
| 1970s | 80 | |
| 1960s | 6 | |
| 1920s | 21 | |
| 1910s | 5 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Ailsa mean?
Ailsa comes from Ailsa Craig, an island rock, and is linked to “elf” and “victory.”
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ailsa mean?
Ailsa means Elf victory. Ailsa comes from Ailsa Craig, an island rock, and is linked to “elf” and “victory.”
What is the origin of the name Ailsa?
Ailsa is of Scottish origin.
How do you pronounce Ailsa?
Ailsa is pronounced “AYL-sah.”
Is Ailsa a boy or a girl name?
Ailsa is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Ailsa a popular name right now?
Ailsa is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2003 peak.
When was the name Ailsa most popular?
Ailsa was most popular in 2003, when about 19 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Ailsa?
Names similar to Ailsa include Eilidh, Catriona, Mhairi, Elspeth, Kirsty.
What names go well with Ailsa?
Scottish names that pair well with Ailsa include Douglas, Logan, Ian, Isla, Finley.