Holding steady.
Popularity of Elzora since 1887
Babies named Elzora per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1927, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Elzora's real moment was 1901.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 5 |
| 1890s | 19 |
| 1900s | 64 |
| 1910s | 144 |
| 1920s | 171 |
| 1930s | 116 |
| 1940s | 33 |
| 1950s | 15 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Elzora is a rare American name first recorded in 1887, with its peak in 1901. It has a stable trajectory and remains uncommon, with no recorded top states. The name is not in the top 1000, and its 1-in-N ratio is not available due to low usage. Elzora likely originated as a variant or blend during a period of creative naming in the United States, similar to other El- and -zora names. Its unique sound and uncommon status make it a distinctive choice.
Elzora is a rare American coinage from the late 19th century. It may be a variant of Elzira, itself a feminine form of Elzear, or a blend of the popular prefix El- (from names like Ella or Eleanor) with the suffix -zora (influenced by names like Zora or Alzora). The name's precise derivation is uncertain, and it never achieved widespread use.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: El, Lora, Zora
Sibling names for Elzora
Names that share Elzora's style, for a brother or sister.
