Elyse
boy nameElyse entered the US charts in 1988, peaked at #5751 in 1988, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1988–2025
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rank today
#5751
peak (1988)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #5990 |
| 1990s | #8117 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Elyse are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Elyse alive today was born around 1989, making them about 36 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Elyse in 2025?
- Elyse is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Elyse most popular?
- Elyse peaked in 1988, reaching #5751 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Elyse with classmates?
- Elyse will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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