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Eli

Eli is a boy name of English origin.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginEnglish
  • StyleModern
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#61

How popular is Eli?

Popularity in the United States

Eli has been given to 133,036 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 315 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Eli per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Eli has been given to 1,758 babies in France since 1900, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Eli per year in France, 1900–2022. Source: INSEE
133,036 Babies named since 1880
2010s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Eli

Is Eli a boy's or a girl's name?

Eli is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Eli?

Eli has been given to 133,036 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.