Else

Else is a Low German and Scandinavian short form of Elisabeth, which derives from the Hebrew name Elisheba, composed of the elements meaning God and oath or abundance. The name has been in common use in Denmark, Norway, Germany, and the Netherlands for centuries, often serving as an independent given name rather than a mere nickname. It shares its root with the many European forms of Elisabeth, including Elise, Elsa, and Ilse.