Elgar
boy nameElgar entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #2621 in 1915, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
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rank today
#2621
peak (1915)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2636 |
| 1920s | #3272 |
| 1980s | #7905 |
| 1990s | #7502 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Elgar are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Elgar alive today was born around 1922, making them about 103 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Elgar in 2025?
- Elgar is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Elgar most popular?
- Elgar peaked in 1915, reaching #2621 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Elgar with classmates?
- Elgar will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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