Your first name of Elke creates a serious, thoughtful nature, shrewd, efficient, and business-minded. You desire independence and freedom from the authority and interference of others. You recognize the need, but feel a lack of fluency in verbal expression. By nature you are serious, thoughtful, and studious. Being self-assured and self-reliant, you are naturally inclined toward operating your own business or pursuing opportunities where your sense of freedom would not be curtailed. Having everything under control is important to you to demonstrate your capable, serious nature. Although you are extremely devoted and loyal to your family and friends, it is not in your nature to express emotional sentiments. In times of need, others are drawn to your forthright, matter-of-fact manner. A tendency to worry far too much over obligations and responsibilities could lead to a disturbed mental state. In your personal relations with others, you are inclined to be rather serious, and not to see the humour others see, or to respond spontaneously.