Declining since 2021, #1,778 for boys today.
Popularity of Elon since 1885
Babies named Elon per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1880s | 0 | 5 |
| 1890s | 0 | 5 |
| 1900s | 12 | 0 |
| 1910s | 40 | 94 |
| 1920s | 32 | 113 |
| 1930s | 0 | 48 |
| 1940s | 10 | 49 |
| 1950s | 17 | 43 |
| 1960s | 5 | 42 |
| 1970s | 21 | 117 |
| 1980s | 32 | 196 |
| 1990s | 94 | 152 |
| 2000s | 156 | 222 |
| 2010s | 83 | 1,045 |
| 2020s | 10 | 990 |
Meaning & origin
Elon has been recorded in the United States since at least 1885, but it remained exceptionally rare for over a century. In the 2010s and early 2020s, the name surged in visibility, reaching its peak rank of 1,778 in 2021. Since then, popularity has been falling, with a 1-in-18,979 usage rate in 2025. The name's rise is closely tied to entrepreneur Elon Musk, though its Hebrew origins and biblical associations give it a deeper historical layer. Geographically, the name saw the highest concentration in New Jersey, New York, and Florida. Despite its spike, Elon still maintains a distinctive, uncommon profile.
Elon is a Hebrew name meaning 'oak tree' or 'terebinth tree', symbolizing strength and endurance. In the Bible, Elon was a judge of Israel (Judges 12:11-12) and also the name of a town in the territory of Dan. The name has historically been used within Jewish communities but remained very rare until the late 20th century, when it gained broader attention through notable figures.
Where Elon is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Elon” around the world
Where Elon lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
55
babies in 2024
Ireland
3
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Sibling names for Elon
Names that share Elon's style, for a brother or sister.
