Rising since 2009, #2,354 for girls today.
Popularity of Elody since 2009
Babies named Elody per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 6 |
| 2010s | 113 |
| 2020s | 241 |
Meaning & origin
Elody first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2009, a modern invention that blends the sounds of established names like Elodie and Melody. The name rose to its peak in 2025, ranking 2,354 with roughly 1 in 20,874 girls receiving it. Its trajectory has been steadily rising since 2009, particularly gaining traction in the 2020s. Top states for the name include Arizona, North Carolina, and Florida, suggesting a regional appeal in the southern and southwestern U.S. Elody's gentle sound and modern feel make it a fresh, unobtrusive choice. While its etymology is uncertain, its melodic quality aligns with contemporary naming trends favoring soft, vowel-heavy names. The name remains rare enough to feel distinctive, yet familiar through its resemblance to more common names.
Elody first appeared in the United States in 2009. It is a modern coinage, likely formed by blending elements from names like Elodie (French for 'marsh flower' or 'wealth') and Melody (from Greek 'melōidia' meaning 'singing'). The name has gained steady, modest usage since the 2020s.
Where Elody is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Elody” around the world
Where Elody lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Quebec
5
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ella, Lodi, Dee
Sibling names for Elody
Names that share Elody's style, for a brother or sister.
