Ely
boy name#2641 in 2025Ely entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #540 in 1882, ranks #2641 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#2641
rank today
#540
peak (1882)
49
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #800 |
| 1890s | #874 |
| 1900s | #1135 |
| 1910s | #1383 |
| 1920s | #2003 |
| 1930s | #2624 |
| 1940s | #2717 |
| 1950s | #2920 |
| 1960s | #2865 |
| 1970s | #2084 |
| 1980s | #1751 |
| 1990s | #1852 |
| 2000s | #1257 |
| 2010s | #1569 |
| 2020s | #2804 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ely has been most popular in TX, CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 3,800 people named Ely are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ely alive today was born around 2004, making them about 21 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ely in 2025?
- Ely ranks #2641 among US boy names in 2025, with 49 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ely most popular?
- Ely peaked in 1882, reaching #540 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ely with classmates?
- Ely will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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