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IlseChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Dedicated to God

Pronunciation: IL-suh

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Name
Ilse
Meaning
Dedicated to God
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
IL-suh
Lucky Number
5
5
Lucky Number
Tuesday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Ilse mean?

Ilse is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Dedicated to God". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: IL-suh. Lucky number: 5. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Ίλση

Το Ίλση σημαίνει 'αμυνόμενη με τον Θεό' ή 'αγία'

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

IL-suh

IPA

/ˈɪl sə/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Ilse is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Dedicated to God. Category: Biblical.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

5

Lucky Day

Tuesday

Lucky Colors

PinkWhite

Lucky Stone

Amethyst

Life Path Number

5

Numerology meaning: People with the life path number 5 are adventurous, free-spirited, and able to adapt to new situations.

Personality

Personality Traits

CompassionateLoyalD = DevotedS = Spiritual

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A name symbolizing devotion and faith in God.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Ilse carries Germanic origins, and it symbolizes a deep commitment to God. Historically, Ilse was a name given to Christian girls in the Germanic regions, signifying a strong spiritual connection.
Ilse is a name that embodies a lofty and exalted dedication to God. It is a reminder of the sacred covenant between God and His people and is an inspiration to lead a godly life. The name Ilse motivates the bearer to strive for a closer relationship with God and to live a life that reflects the divine qualities of love, kindness, and compassion.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Ilse is mentioned in the medieval chronicles of the Low Countries. The name Ilse carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

Middle Ages

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Ilse DeLangeIlse Jacobson

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Ilse

Ilse means 'God is my oath' or 'consecrated to God'

🇮🇱Hebrew

אלסה

אלסה היא שם שפירושו 'אל היא השבוע' או 'אל תוריד'

🇬🇷Greek

Ίλση

Το Ίλση σημαίνει 'αμυνόμενη με τον Θεό' ή 'αγία'

🇮🇹Latin

Ilse

Ilse means 'God is my oath' or 'consecrated to God'

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