Elgie
girl nameElgie entered the US charts in 1889, peaked at #950 in 1889, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1889–2025
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rank today
#950
peak (1889)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #950 |
| 1890s | #1318 |
| 1900s | #1511 |
| 1910s | #2352 |
| 1920s | #2589 |
| 1930s | #2506 |
| 1940s | #4010 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Elgie are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Elgie alive today was born around 1923, making them about 102 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Elgie in 2025?
- Elgie is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Elgie most popular?
- Elgie peaked in 1889, reaching #950 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Elgie with classmates?
- Elgie will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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