How Many People Are Named Elesha?
Complete statistics for the name Elesha: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Elesha, a very rare female name, is held by just 588 people in the US, making up 1 in 561,012 Americans. The name peaked in popularity back in 1985 with 29 births, and it's remained stable since then.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with the life path number 5 are known for their adaptability and resourcefulness.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 43All 612 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: 1985Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Elesha Through the Generations
Elesha has seen a steady presence throughout the decades, with its peak occurring in 1985 when 29 babies were given this name. Today, the majority of those named Elesha are adults, with 83% falling within the 30-60 age range. This distribution suggests a balanced mix of older and younger individuals, maintaining a stable trend over time.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Elesha's modern American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Elesha
How Many People Have the Name Elesha?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 588 people in the United States currently share the name Elesha. That works out to roughly 1 in every 561,012 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Elesha a Common or Rare Name?
Elesha 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 Elesha Mean?
Elesha means "modern coinage, evokes elegance" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Elesha in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Elesha Most Popular?
The name Elesha reached peak popularity in 1985, with 29 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.
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 Elesha?
Approximately 588 people named Elesha live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 612. That works out to roughly 1 in 561,012 Americans.
Is Elesha a rare name?
Elesha is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 561,012 Americans has this name.
What does the name Elesha mean?
Elesha means "modern coinage, evokes elegance" and comes from modern American coinage origins.
Is Elesha more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Elesha are male and 100% are female.
When was Elesha most popular?
Elesha peaked in 1985 with 29 births that year. Current trend: Stable.
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.