Eldon
girl nameEldon entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #3394 in 1929, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1917–2025
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rank today
#3394
peak (1929)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4443 |
| 1920s | #3934 |
| 1930s | #4200 |
| 1940s | #3687 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Eldon are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Eldon alive today was born around 1929, making them about 96 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Eldon in 2025?
- Eldon is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Eldon most popular?
- Eldon peaked in 1929, reaching #3394 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Eldon with classmates?
- Eldon will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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