Elon
Elon: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈiːlɔːn/ · /ˈiːlɒn/
Meaning and origin of Elon
- A male given name from Hebrew.
- A surname from Hebrew, from given names.
Etymology
Borrowed from Hebrew אֵילֹן (ʼÊlōn, literally “oak tree”).
How popular is Elon?
Since 1880, 512 girls and 3,121 boys in the U.S. have been named Elon (14% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1720 in 1904. Its highest rank for boys was #943 in 2018. In 2025, 90 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Elon
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Elon
Sister and brother names that share Elon's Hebrew roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Elon FAQ
What does the name Elon mean?
A male given name from Hebrew. A surname from Hebrew, from given names. Borrowed from Hebrew אֵילֹן (ʼÊlōn, literally “oak tree”).
What is the origin of the name Elon?
Elon is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Elon?
Since 1880, 512 girls and 3,121 boys in the U.S. have been named Elon (14% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1720 in 1904. Its highest rank for boys was #943 in 2018. In 2025, 90 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Elon a boy or girl name?
Elon is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (512 girls and 3,121 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.