How Many People Are Named Eilidh?

Complete statistics for the name Eilidh: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Eilidh
Very Rare
Scottish

Eilidh, a rare Scottish name, stands out with only 261 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 1,264,224 Americans. This name's popularity peaked in 2019 with 18 births, showing its status as a genuinely modern choice.

~261
Living in US
1 in 1,264,224
Americans
2019
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Scottish origin, meaning 'return'
🌐
Origin
Scottish
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 11
Personality Traits
Gentle Courageous Innovative
11
Life Path Number

Traditionally, life-path number 11 is associated with spiritual insight and intuition.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

2,230
Worldwide Bearers
#158,282
Global Rank
🇬🇧 Scotland
1,685
🇬🇧 England
357
🇺🇸 United States
33
🇹🇭 Thailand
29
🇳🇿 New Zealand
27
🇨🇦 Canada
23
🇦🇺 Australia
21
🇿🇦 South Africa
14
🇬🇧 Wales
9
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
8

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
261 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 12
263
Would be under 30 (100%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 263 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2019

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
71
Classic Feel
10
Modern Appeal
100
International
89

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Eilidh Through the Generations

Eilidh has seen a steady rise in popularity, especially among younger generations, with all 263 recorded births occurring since 2000. The name's peak year was 2019, indicating a recent surge in interest. With an average age of 12, it's clear that Eilidh is favored by parents looking for a unique, yet culturally rich name for their children.

✨ Similar Names to Eilidh

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Eilidh's Scottish roots

📄 About the Name Eilidh

How Many People Have the Name Eilidh?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 261 people in the United States currently share the name Eilidh. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,264,224 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Eilidh a Common or Rare Name?

Eilidh is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Eilidh Mean?

Eilidh means "Scottish origin, meaning 'return'" and comes from Scottish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 11.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Eilidh in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Eilidh Most Popular?

The name Eilidh reached peak popularity in 2019, with 18 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Eilidh?

Approximately 261 people named Eilidh live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 263. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,264,224 Americans.

Is Eilidh a rare name?

Eilidh is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,264,224 Americans has this name.

What does the name Eilidh mean?

Eilidh means "Scottish origin, meaning 'return'" and comes from Scottish origins.

Is Eilidh more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Eilidh are male and 100% are female.

When was Eilidh most popular?

Eilidh peaked in 2019 with 18 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US261
All-Time Births263
1 in X1 in 1,264,224
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age12
Peak Year2019
World Rank#158,282
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.