Elish
boy nameElish entered the US charts in 1926, peaked at #4151 in 1928, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1926–2025
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rank today
#4151
peak (1928)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4176 |
Living bearers
The typical Elish alive today was born around 1926, making them about 99 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Elish in 2025?
- Elish is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Elish most popular?
- Elish peaked in 1928, reaching #4151 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Elish with classmates?
- Elish will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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