Holding steady, #10,107 for girls today.
Popularity of Elodia since 1893
Babies named Elodia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 15 |
| 1900s | 29 |
| 1910s | 87 |
| 1920s | 310 |
| 1930s | 303 |
| 1940s | 311 |
| 1950s | 202 |
| 1960s | 145 |
| 1970s | 117 |
| 1980s | 104 |
| 1990s | 101 |
| 2000s | 56 |
| 2010s | 19 |
| 2020s | 14 |
Meaning & origin
Elodia is a rare feminine name with a mysterious etymology. First recorded in the United States in 1893, it reached its peak popularity in 1927, a time when many elaborate Spanish and Gothic names were in vogue. As of 2025, it ranks 10,107th, with approximately 1 in 178,585 newborns receiving this name, reflecting its stable but uncommon usage. The name has no top states in recent data, indicating its rarity across the country. Its trajectory suggests it has remained consistently rare without a revival, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon name with a melodic sound and a touch of historical depth.
Elodia is a name of debated origin. It may derive from the Gothic name *Aliod*, composed of elements meaning 'foreign' or 'other' and 'wealth' or 'possession'. Alternatively, it could be a variant of Alodia, a Visigothic name borne by a 9th-century Spanish saint. The name has seen use in Spanish-speaking regions and was moderately popular in the United States in the early 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lodi, Lola, Dia
Variants: Alodia
Sibling names for Elodia
Names that share Elodia's style, for a brother or sister.
