Elaine
boy nameElaine entered the US charts in 1918, peaked at #1254 in 1941, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1918–2025
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rank today
#1254
peak (1941)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3728 |
| 1920s | #2744 |
| 1930s | #2044 |
| 1940s | #1938 |
| 1950s | #2849 |
| 1960s | #2917 |
| 1970s | #4979 |
| 1980s | #5779 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Elaine are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Elaine alive today was born around 1943, making them about 82 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Elaine in 2025?
- Elaine is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Elaine most popular?
- Elaine peaked in 1941, reaching #1254 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Elaine with classmates?
- Elaine will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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