Elve
girl nameElve entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #3795 in 1915, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
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rank today
#3795
peak (1915)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4213 |
| 1920s | #4445 |
| 1930s | #4411 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Elve are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Elve alive today was born around 1919, making them about 106 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Elve in 2025?
- Elve is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Elve most popular?
- Elve peaked in 1915, reaching #3795 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Elve with classmates?
- Elve will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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