Elinor
girl name#1500 in 2025Elinor entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #252 in 1916, ranks #1500 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1500
rank today
#252
peak (1916)
142
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #595 |
| 1890s | #562 |
| 1900s | #435 |
| 1910s | #277 |
| 1920s | #274 |
| 1930s | #335 |
| 1940s | #597 |
| 1950s | #1120 |
| 1960s | #1889 |
| 1970s | #3489 |
| 1980s | #3740 |
| 1990s | #3157 |
| 2000s | #2426 |
| 2010s | #1571 |
| 2020s | #1416 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Elinor has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 7,300 people named Elinor are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Elinor alive today was born around 1930, making them about 95 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
Names similar in popularity
Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Elinor in 2025?
- Elinor ranks #1500 among US girl names in 2025, with 142 babies given the name.
- When was the name Elinor most popular?
- Elinor peaked in 1916, reaching #252 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Elinor with classmates?
- Elinor will almost certainly be the only one in school.
Torn between Elinor and another name?
Put them head to head — full stats, history and a verdict.
Start a name battle