How Many People Are Named Elka?
Complete statistics for the name Elka: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Elka is a rare, feminine name that's seen a surge in popularity recently. Only 692 people named Elka live in the US today, making up just 1 in 476,828 Americans. The majority, 55%, are under 30, giving it a decidedly modern vibe.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with the life path number 11 are often seen as highly intuitive and empathetic.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 30All 715 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: 2015Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Elka Through the Generations
Elka has been a rising star since its peak in 2015 when 21 babies were given this name. Today, it's still gaining traction, with most people named Elka being around 30 years old. The age distribution shows a strong presence among younger adults, with 396 under 30, 286 between 30 and 60, and only 33 over 60. This trend suggests Elka is becoming increasingly popular among new parents.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Elka's modern American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Elka
How Many People Have the Name Elka?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 692 people in the United States currently share the name Elka. That works out to roughly 1 in every 476,828 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Elka a Common or Rare Name?
Elka 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 Elka Mean?
Elka means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 11.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Elka in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Elka Most Popular?
The name Elka reached peak popularity in 2015, with 21 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 Elka?
Approximately 692 people named Elka live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 715. That works out to roughly 1 in 476,828 Americans.
Is Elka a rare name?
Elka is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 476,828 Americans has this name.
What does the name Elka mean?
Elka means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from modern American coinage origins.
Is Elka more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Elka are male and 100% are female.
When was Elka most popular?
Elka peaked in 2015 with 21 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.