Elon
boy name#1778 in 2025Elon entered the US charts in 1885, peaked at #936 in 1885, ranks #1778 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1885–2025
#1778
rank today
#936
peak (1885)
90
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #936 |
| 1890s | #1035 |
| 1910s | #2188 |
| 1920s | #2695 |
| 1930s | #2613 |
| 1940s | #2740 |
| 1950s | #3451 |
| 1960s | #3458 |
| 1970s | #3288 |
| 1980s | #2959 |
| 1990s | #4445 |
| 2000s | #4289 |
| 2010s | #2050 |
| 2020s | #1267 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Elon has been most popular in CA, FL, NY.
Living bearers
About 2,800 people named Elon are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Elon is a kid of about 8 — 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 Elon in 2025?
- Elon ranks #1778 among US boy names in 2025, with 90 babies given the name.
- When was the name Elon most popular?
- Elon peaked in 1885, reaching #936 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Elon with classmates?
- Elon will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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