Eljay
boy nameEljay entered the US charts in 1987, peaked at #6335 in 2021, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1987–2025
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rank today
#6335
peak (2021)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #6951 |
| 1990s | #7971 |
| 2000s | #9848 |
| 2010s | #10307 |
| 2020s | #9890 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Eljay are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Eljay 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 Eljay in 2025?
- Eljay is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Eljay most popular?
- Eljay peaked in 2021, reaching #6335 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Eljay with classmates?
- Eljay will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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