Elya
boy name#4249 in 2025Elya entered the US charts in 1991, peaked at #3794 in 2019, ranks #4249 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1991–2025
#4249
rank today
#3794
peak (2019)
24
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #8404 |
| 2000s | #8000 |
| 2010s | #5872 |
| 2020s | #5018 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Elya has been most popular in NY.
Living bearers
About 400 people named Elya are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Elya is a kid of about 9 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Elya in 2025?
- Elya ranks #4249 among US boy names in 2025, with 24 babies given the name.
- When was the name Elya most popular?
- Elya peaked in 2019, reaching #3794 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Elya with classmates?
- Elya will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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