Elner
girl nameElner entered the US charts in 1904, peaked at #1766 in 1913, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1904–2025
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rank today
#1766
peak (1913)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1877 |
| 1910s | #2310 |
| 1920s | #2487 |
| 1930s | #2903 |
| 1940s | #3837 |
| 1950s | #5301 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Elner are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Elner alive today was born around 1926, making them about 99 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Elner in 2025?
- Elner is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Elner most popular?
- Elner peaked in 1913, reaching #1766 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Elner with classmates?
- Elner will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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