girl name
Elaine
Gender
Girl
Popularity
#305 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Elaine in the US, 1880–2025
Elaine first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1947, when 7,059 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,007.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Elaine a boy or a girl name?
Elaine is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Elaine?
In 2025, Elaine ranked #305 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Elaine most popular?
Elaine was most popular in 1947, when about 7,059 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.