Elster
boy nameElster entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #2446 in 1923, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
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rank today
#2446
peak (1923)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3516 |
| 1920s | #3467 |
| 1930s | #3215 |
| 1940s | #3189 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Elster are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Elster alive today was born around 1927, making them about 98 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Elster in 2025?
- Elster is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Elster most popular?
- Elster peaked in 1923, reaching #2446 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Elster with classmates?
- Elster will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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