Elija
boy name#6143 in 2025Elija entered the US charts in 1889, peaked at #974 in 1889, ranks #6143 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1889–2025
#6143
rank today
#974
peak (1889)
14
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #974 |
| 1910s | #2633 |
| 1920s | #3665 |
| 1930s | #3882 |
| 1970s | #4582 |
| 1980s | #5117 |
| 1990s | #4801 |
| 2000s | #2687 |
| 2010s | #3541 |
| 2020s | #5099 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Elija has been most popular in CA.
Living bearers
About 1,100 people named Elija are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Elija alive today was born around 2007, making them about 18 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Elija in 2025?
- Elija ranks #6143 among US boy names in 2025, with 14 babies given the name.
- When was the name Elija most popular?
- Elija peaked in 1889, reaching #974 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Elija with classmates?
- Elija will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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