Elishua
boy nameElishua entered the US charts in 1995, peaked at #6407 in 1995, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1995–2025
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rank today
#6407
peak (1995)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #8140 |
| 2000s | #10389 |
| 2010s | #10854 |
| 2020s | #12146 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Elishua are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Elishua alive today was born around 2009, making them about 16 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Elishua in 2025?
- Elishua is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Elishua most popular?
- Elishua peaked in 1995, reaching #6407 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Elishua with classmates?
- Elishua will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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