Elford
boy nameElford entered the US charts in 1907, peaked at #1345 in 1907, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1907–2025
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rank today
#1345
peak (1907)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1345 |
| 1910s | #3651 |
| 1920s | #3829 |
| 1930s | #3177 |
| 1940s | #3173 |
| 1960s | #4038 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Elford are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Elford alive today was born around 1924, making them about 101 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Elford in 2025?
- Elford is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Elford most popular?
- Elford peaked in 1907, reaching #1345 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Elford with classmates?
- Elford will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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