Elra
boy nameElra entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #3115 in 1919, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
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rank today
#3115
peak (1919)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3369 |
| 1920s | #4035 |
| 1930s | #3662 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Elra are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Elra alive today was born around 1923, making them about 102 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Elra in 2025?
- Elra is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Elra most popular?
- Elra peaked in 1919, reaching #3115 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Elra with classmates?
- Elra will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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