Elly
girl name#1611 in 2025Elly entered the US charts in 1921, peaked at #1253 in 2010, ranks #1611 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1921–2025
#1611
rank today
#1253
peak (2010)
129
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3826 |
| 1930s | #3226 |
| 1940s | #4142 |
| 1950s | #4192 |
| 1960s | #3619 |
| 1970s | #3676 |
| 1980s | #3856 |
| 1990s | #3278 |
| 2000s | #1827 |
| 2010s | #1429 |
| 2020s | #1661 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Elly has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 4,400 people named Elly are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Elly alive today was born around 2011, making them about 14 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Elly in 2025?
- Elly ranks #1611 among US girl names in 2025, with 129 babies given the name.
- When was the name Elly most popular?
- Elly peaked in 2010, reaching #1253 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Elly with classmates?
- Elly will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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