Else-Maj
Germanic-Hebrew · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Else-Maj
Else-Maj is a Scandinavian compound name combining "Else" (a Germanic diminutive of Elisabeth, meaning "God's oath") and "Maj" (a Swedish diminutive of Maria, meaning "of the sea" or "beloved"), resulting in a name meaning "God's oath, beloved." The name is primarily used in Sweden, Norway, and Denmark, particularly among mid-20th century generations, with roots in Nordic Christian naming traditions.
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Etymology
Else-Maj is a Scandinavian compound name combining "Else" (a Germanic diminutive of Elisabeth, meaning "God's oath") and "Maj" (a Swedish diminutive of Maria, meaning "of the sea" or "beloved"), resulting in a name meaning "God's oath, beloved." The name is primarily used in Sweden, Norway, and Denmark, particularly among mid-20th century generations, with roots in Nordic Christian naming traditions.
Else-Maj currently ranks #968 in the United States as a girl's name.
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