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Eli

girl name#4067 in 2025

Eli entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #3490 in 2004, ranks #4067 today — a rare gem few children share.

Popularity 19162025

19162025
US babies named Eli per year from 1916 to 2025
#4067
rank today
#3490
peak (2004)
35
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share

Rank by decade

DecadeAverage rank
1910s#3919
1920s#4528
1960s#6390
1970s#7461
1980s#7908
1990s#6958
2000s#6209
2010s#4588
2020s#4183

Strongest states

Over the last decade, Eli has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.

Living bearers

About 1,000 people named Eli are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Eli alive today was born around 2010, making them about 15 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

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Frequently asked questions

How popular is the name Eli in 2025?
Eli ranks #4067 among US girl names in 2025, with 35 babies given the name.
When was the name Eli most popular?
Eli peaked in 2004, reaching #3490 among US girl names.
Will my child share the name Eli with classmates?
Eli will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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