Elai
boy name#5608 in 2025Elai entered the US charts in 2002, peaked at #5067 in 2024, ranks #5608 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2002–2025
#5608
rank today
#5067
peak (2024)
16
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #9081 |
| 2010s | #7744 |
| 2020s | #5754 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Elai has been most popular in CA.
Living bearers
About 300 people named Elai are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Elai is a kid of about 8 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Elai in 2025?
- Elai ranks #5608 among US boy names in 2025, with 16 babies given the name.
- When was the name Elai most popular?
- Elai peaked in 2024, reaching #5067 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Elai with classmates?
- Elai will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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