Elsa
boy nameElsa entered the US charts in 1924, peaked at #3619 in 1959, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1924–2025
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rank today
#3619
peak (1959)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4347 |
| 1950s | #3619 |
| 1970s | #5344 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Elsa are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Elsa alive today was born around 1959, making them about 66 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Elsa in 2025?
- Elsa is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Elsa most popular?
- Elsa peaked in 1959, reaching #3619 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Elsa with classmates?
- Elsa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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