Elle
girl name#461 in 2025Elle entered the US charts in 1977, peaked at #354 in 2019, ranks #461 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1977–2025
#461
rank today
#354
peak (2019)
668
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #8300 |
| 1980s | #5853 |
| 1990s | #1373 |
| 2000s | #626 |
| 2010s | #393 |
| 2020s | #417 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Elle has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 19,000 people named Elle are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Elle 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 Elle in 2025?
- Elle ranks #461 among US girl names in 2025, with 668 babies given the name.
- When was the name Elle most popular?
- Elle peaked in 2019, reaching #354 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Elle with classmates?
- Elle will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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