boy name
Elian
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#147 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Elian in the US, 1880–2025
Elian first appears in US records in 1996. It peaked in 2025, when 2,448 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 2,448.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Elian popular?
Near its peak Elian is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
| 2020s | 8,329 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 4,330 | |
| 2000s | 2,581 | |
| 1990s | 28 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Elian a boy or a girl name?
Elian is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Elian a popular name right now?
Elian is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
How popular is the name Elian?
In 2025, Elian ranked #147 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Elian most popular?
Elian was most popular in 2025, when about 2,448 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.