How Many People Are Named Elie?

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

Elie
Very Rare
Hebrew

Elie means 'my God is Yahweh', a rare name for boys. Only 1 in 145,323 Americans are named Elie, making it very uncommon. The majority, 43%, are under 30, showing its modern appeal.

~2,575
Living in US
1 in 128,718
Americans
2009
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
My God is Yahweh
🌐
Origin
Hebrew
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 22
Personality Traits
Spiritual Inspired Thoughtful
22
Life Path Number

Life-path number 22 is often associated with leadership and vision, suggesting those named Elie might excel in guiding others towards achieving their goals.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

40,373
Worldwide Bearers
#2,986
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
5,872
🇮🇱 Israel
5,693
🇲🇱 Mali
3,093
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
3,031
🇨🇦 Canada
2,774
🇪🇹 Ethiopia
2,312
🇹🇩 Chad
2,286
🇧🇪 Belgium
1,820
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
1,635
🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
1,441

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
1,895 (83%)
♀ Female
376 (17%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 52
1,461
Would be under 30 (43%)
629
Would be 30–60 (19%)
1,272
Would be over 60 (38%)

All 3,362 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: 2009

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Slowly declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
94
Classic Feel
40
Modern Appeal
80
International
5

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

📜 Elie Through the Generations

Elie has seen a steady presence in the United States since its peak in 2009 with 75 births. Today, there are 2,271 people named Elie living in the country, reflecting a name that's been embraced by newer generations. With an average age of 52, Elie shows a demographic split where 1,461 are under 30, 629 are between 30 and 60, and 1,272 are over 60, indicating a slow decline but still a vibrant community of individuals carrying this unique name.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 282
California 150
Louisiana 122
Florida 116
Mississippi 37
Massachusetts 25
Texas 25
Alabama 10
Georgia 10
New Jersey 5

⭐ Famous People Named Elie

Elie is a masculine given name. For the French version, see Élie. Notable people with the name include:…

Full list on Wikipedia →

✨ Similar Names to Elie

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Elie's Hebrew roots

📄 About the Name Elie

How Many People Have the Name Elie?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 2,575 people in the United States currently share the name Elie. That works out to roughly 1 in every 128,718 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Elie a Common or Rare Name?

Elie 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 Elie Mean?

Elie means "my God is Yahweh" and comes from Hebrew origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 22.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Elie in SSA data, approximately 83% are male and 17% are female.

When Was Elie Most Popular?

The name Elie reached peak popularity in 2009, with 75 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly 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 Elie?

Approximately 2,575 people named Elie live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 2,575. That works out to roughly 1 in 128,718 Americans.

Is Elie a rare name?

Elie is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 128,718 Americans has this name.

What does the name Elie mean?

Elie means "my God is Yahweh" and comes from Hebrew origins.

Is Elie more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 83% of people named Elie are male and 17% are female.

When was Elie most popular?

Elie peaked in 2009 with 75 births that year. Current trend: Slowly 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.

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 US2,575
All-Time Births2,575
1 in X1 in 128,718
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age52
Peak Year2009
World Rank#2,986
Male %83%
Female %17%

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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.