Elan
Elan: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Elan
- A male given name from Hebrew, variant of Elon.
How popular is Elan?
Since 1880, 798 girls and 3,533 boys in the U.S. have been named Elan (18% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2350 in 1984. Its highest rank for boys was #1266 in 2011. In 2025, 59 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Elan
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Elan
Sister and brother names that share Elan's Hebrew roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Elan FAQ
What does the name Elan mean?
A male given name from Hebrew, variant of Elon.
What is the origin of the name Elan?
Elan is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Elan?
Since 1880, 798 girls and 3,533 boys in the U.S. have been named Elan (18% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2350 in 1984. Its highest rank for boys was #1266 in 2011. In 2025, 59 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Elan a boy or girl name?
Elan is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (798 girls and 3,533 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.