Elkanah
boy name#10695 in 2025Elkanah entered the US charts in 1982, peaked at #6385 in 1982, ranks #10695 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1982–2025
#10695
rank today
#6385
peak (1982)
6
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #6385 |
| 2000s | #12491 |
| 2010s | #11235 |
| 2020s | #10609 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Elkanah are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Elkanah is a kid of about 6 — 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 Elkanah in 2025?
- Elkanah ranks #10695 among US boy names in 2025, with 6 babies given the name.
- When was the name Elkanah most popular?
- Elkanah peaked in 1982, reaching #6385 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Elkanah with classmates?
- Elkanah will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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