How Many People Are Named Ely?
Complete statistics for the name Ely: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Ely, a very rare male name, is held by just 1 in 76,875 Americans today, making it truly unique. With only 4,293 people named Ely living in the US, it stands out as a modern choice, with 65% under 30 years old.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 6 typically represents harmony, balance, and responsibility.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 34All 5,022 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: 2009Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Ely Through the Generations
Ely saw its peak popularity in 2009 when 175 babies were given this name, marking a high point in its relatively recent rise. Today, the average age of those named Ely is 34, indicating it's a name embraced by younger parents. The age distribution shows a significant skew towards youth, with 3,252 under 30, 996 aged 30-60, and 774 over 60, reflecting its status as a newer-generation name.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
⭐ Famous People Named Ely
Ely is a given name which may refer to:Ely Allen, American former soccer player Ely do Amparo (1921-1991), Brazilian footballer Eleandre Ely Buendia, Filipino musician, writer and director, songwriter and lead vocalist of the rock band Eraserheads Ely Callaway Jr. (1919-2001), founder of Callaway Golf Company Eliezer Ely Capacio (1955–2014), Philippine Basketball Association player, coach and executive Ely Culbertson (1891–1955), American contract bridge player, popularizer and writer Ely Galleani, Italian retired film actress Ely Guerra, Mexican singer-songwriter Ely Jacques Kahn (1884–1972),…
Full list on Wikipedia →🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Ely's English place name roots
📄 About the Name Ely
How Many People Have the Name Ely?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 12,347 people in the United States currently share the name Ely. That works out to roughly 1 in every 26,845 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Ely a Common or Rare Name?
Ely is classified as 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 Ely Mean?
Ely means "Place name" and comes from English place name origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Ely in SSA data, approximately 86% are male and 14% are female.
When Was Ely Most Popular?
The name Ely reached peak popularity in 2009, with 175 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 Ely?
Approximately 12,347 people named Ely live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 12,347. That works out to roughly 1 in 26,845 Americans.
Is Ely a rare name?
Ely is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 26,845 Americans has this name.
What does the name Ely mean?
Ely means "Place name" and comes from English place name origins.
Is Ely more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 86% of people named Ely are male and 14% are female.
When was Ely most popular?
Ely peaked in 2009 with 175 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.