What is elsie short for?

"Elsie" is a popular nickname for the female given name Elizabeth. It is of English origin and means "God is my oath" or "God is abundance". Elsie has been used as a standalone name or as a shortened form of Elizabeth for many years. It is a classic and timeless name that has been used for generations. Famous bearers of the name Elsie include actresses Elsie Fisher and Elsie Ferguson.