How Many People Are Named Elda?
Complete statistics for the name Elda: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Elda is an old-world name with roots in Italy, making it very rare in the US today. Only 1 in 112,725 Americans are named Elda, with just 2,927 people bearing this name. The majority of Eldas are over 60, reflecting its classic status.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with the name Elda have a life path number of 4, which symbolizes stability and practicality.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 89All 8,983 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: 1916Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Elda Through the Generations
Elda has been around since the early 1900s, peaking in popularity in 1916 with 255 births. Over time, the name has become increasingly associated with older generations, with 83% of Eldas being over 60 years old. This trend shows that Elda is more of a vintage choice, cherished by those who grew up with it.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Elda's Italian roots
📄 About the Name Elda
How Many People Have the Name Elda?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 2,927 people in the United States currently share the name Elda. That works out to roughly 1 in every 112,725 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Elda a Common or Rare Name?
Elda 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.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Elda in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Elda Most Popular?
The name Elda reached peak popularity in 1916, with 255 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
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 Elda?
Approximately 2,927 people named Elda live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 8,983. That works out to roughly 1 in 112,725 Americans.
Is Elda a rare name?
Elda is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 112,725 Americans has this name.
What does the name Elda mean?
The meaning and origin of Elda are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Elda more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Elda are male and 100% are female.
When was Elda most popular?
Elda peaked in 1916 with 255 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
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.