Elin
girl name#3067 in 2025Elin entered the US charts in 1893, peaked at #662 in 2011, ranks #3067 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1893–2025
#3067
rank today
#662
peak (2011)
53
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1254 |
| 1900s | #1776 |
| 1910s | #2647 |
| 1920s | #3502 |
| 1930s | #3163 |
| 1940s | #2319 |
| 1950s | #3137 |
| 1960s | #4370 |
| 1970s | #4919 |
| 1980s | #5303 |
| 1990s | #6565 |
| 2000s | #4708 |
| 2010s | #924 |
| 2020s | #2216 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Elin has been most popular in MN, CA, TX.
Living bearers
About 4,700 people named Elin are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Elin is a kid of about 12 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Elin in 2025?
- Elin ranks #3067 among US girl names in 2025, with 53 babies given the name.
- When was the name Elin most popular?
- Elin peaked in 2011, reaching #662 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Elin with classmates?
- Elin will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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