Elgin
Elgin: name meaning, origin and popularity
How popular is Elgin?
Since 1880, 43 girls and 3,959 boys in the U.S. have been named Elgin (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3367 in 1927. Its highest rank for boys was #639 in 1890. In 2025, 7 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Elgin FAQ
How popular is the name Elgin?
Since 1880, 43 girls and 3,959 boys in the U.S. have been named Elgin (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3367 in 1927. Its highest rank for boys was #639 in 1890. In 2025, 7 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Elgin a boy or girl name?
Elgin is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 43 girls and 3,959 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year).