Elsa Cerrato

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Elsa Cerrato — English
43K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Elsa Cerrato is a name that combines English origins. The first name Elsa is a feminine given name of English origin. Elsa is a female name mostly used in the Scandinavian countries. Originally Elsa was simply a short form for the biblical name Elisabeth and some of its variants: Elisabet, Elisabetta and Elizabeth. The first recorded mentions of the name were in Sweden at the 15th century. The name became generally used after the 19th century. After the release of Disney's Frozen at the end of 2013, in which a main character is named Elsa, the name became more popular in different countries across the world. The surname Cerrato: Alba Cerrato (born 2007), Spanish footballer Elda Cerrato (born 1930), Argentine artist, and Professor at the Universidad de Buenos Aires Rodrigo de Cerrato (1259–1276), Castilian historian and hagiographer Vinny Cerrato, the former Executive Vice President for Football Operations for the Washington Redskins of the National Football League Elsa is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 43K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Elsa reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Elsa

English

Elsa is a female name mostly used in the Scandinavian countries. Originally Elsa was simply a short form for the biblical name Elisabeth and some of its variants: Elisabet, Elisabetta and Elizabeth. The first recorded mentions of the name were in Sweden at the 15th century. The name became generally used after the 19th century. After the release of Disney's Frozen at the end of 2013, in which a main character is named Elsa, the name became more popular in different countries across the world.

Surname: Cerrato

Spanish

Alba Cerrato (born 2007), Spanish footballer Elda Cerrato (born 1930), Argentine artist, and Professor at the Universidad de Buenos Aires Rodrigo de Cerrato (1259–1276), Castilian historian and hagiographer Vinny Cerrato, the former Executive Vice President for Football Operations for the Washington Redskins of the National Football League

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Elsa is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 50%
United Kingdom 28%
Australia 13%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Elsa by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Elsa Cerrato

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Elsa Cerrato:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Elsa?
The first name Elsa originates from English. Elsa is a female name mostly used in the Scandinavian countries. Originally Elsa was simply a short form for the biblical name Elisabeth and some of its variants: Elisabet, Elisabetta and Elizabeth. The first recorded mentions of the name were in Sweden at the 15th century. The name became generally used after the 19th century. After the release of Disney's Frozen at the end of 2013, in which a main character is named Elsa, the name became more popular in different countries across the world.
When was Elsa most popular?
The name Elsa reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Cerrato?
The surname Cerrato originates from Spanish. Alba Cerrato (born 2007), Spanish footballer Elda Cerrato (born 1930), Argentine artist, and Professor at the Universidad de Buenos Aires Rodrigo de Cerrato (1259–1276), Castilian historian and hagiographer Vinny Cerrato, the former Executive Vice President for Football Operations for the Washington Redskins of the National Football League
What are the origins of the name Elsa Cerrato?
The name Elsa Cerrato combines two different traditions: the first name Elsa has English roots, while the surname Cerrato originates from Spanish.
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