Rising since 2020, #5,917 for girls today.
Popularity of Eloa since 2019
Babies named Eloa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 6 |
| 2020s | 126 |
Meaning & origin
Eloa is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2019, and its popularity has been rising steadily since 2020. In 2025, Eloa ranked 5,917th with roughly 1 in 80,363 girls receiving the name, peaking in usage in 2024. The name is most popular in Massachusetts. While its etymology is uncertain, Eloa fits contemporary naming patterns, blending the popular 'El' prefix with a soft 'oa' ending. Parents drawn to names like Eloise or Elodie may find Eloa an appealing, distinctive alternative.
Eloa first appeared in U.S. records in 2019, likely a modern coinage influenced by popular names like Eloise and Elodie. It may also draw from the Hebrew word 'Eloah' (God), but this connection is speculative. The name has gained attention for its soft, melodic sound, fitting current naming trends for feminine names ending in 'a'.
Where Eloa is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Eloa” around the world
Where Eloa lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
30
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ellie, Lo, Loa
Sibling names for Eloa
Names that share Eloa's style, for a brother or sister.
