Elkin
boy name#6143 in 2025Elkin entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #3014 in 1922, ranks #6143 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
#6143
rank today
#3014
peak (1922)
14
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3548 |
| 1920s | #3014 |
| 1930s | #3645 |
| 1970s | #5647 |
| 1980s | #7905 |
| 1990s | #7500 |
| 2000s | #8025 |
| 2010s | #7925 |
| 2020s | #5968 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Elkin has been most popular in TX.
Living bearers
About 300 people named Elkin are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Elkin alive today was born around 2010, making them about 15 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Elkin in 2025?
- Elkin ranks #6143 among US boy names in 2025, with 14 babies given the name.
- When was the name Elkin most popular?
- Elkin peaked in 1922, reaching #3014 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Elkin with classmates?
- Elkin will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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