Electra
girl name#7885 in 2025Electra entered the US charts in 1910, peaked at #2140 in 1910, ranks #7885 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1910–2025
#7885
rank today
#2140
peak (1910)
13
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3077 |
| 1920s | #3607 |
| 1930s | #3599 |
| 1940s | #4439 |
| 1950s | #5126 |
| 1960s | #4940 |
| 1970s | #5620 |
| 1980s | #6913 |
| 1990s | #7430 |
| 2000s | #5317 |
| 2010s | #7811 |
| 2020s | #7863 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Electra has been most popular in CA.
Living bearers
About 900 people named Electra are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Electra alive today was born around 1997, making them about 28 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Electra in 2025?
- Electra ranks #7885 among US girl names in 2025, with 13 babies given the name.
- When was the name Electra most popular?
- Electra peaked in 1910, reaching #2140 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Electra with classmates?
- Electra will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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