Elix Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: EL-iks /ˈɛlɪks/
Origin: Hebrew; Greek
Meaning: Hebrew: God is my salvation; Greek: to be free
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Elix has its roots in the Hebrew name Eliezer, which means "God is my help." This name was adapted into Greek as Eleazar, and subsequently into Latin as Eleazarus. The transition into Old French saw the name evolve further, eventually leading to the modern form Elix in English.
The linguistic journey reflects a common pattern of biblical names being translated and adapted across languages and cultures, particularly during the periods of the Septuagint's translation in the 3rd century BCE and the Vulgate in the late 4th century CE, which helped disseminate these names throughout Europe. Historically, the name Eliezer appears in the Hebrew Bible, notably as the servant of Abraham, who was entrusted with significant responsibilities, thereby establishing a legacy of loyalty and divine assistance.
This biblical association has contributed to the name's enduring significance in Jewish tradition and beyond. The name Eliezer is also borne by several figures in the Old Testament, including a grandson of Aaron, the high priest, which further solidifies its prominence in religious texts.
Culturally, names derived from Eliezer, such as Elix, carry connotations of divine support and guidance, resonating with themes of faith and reliance on a higher power. This has made variations of the name appealing in various cultures, often symbolizing hope and strength.
The diminutive forms, such as Eli, have also gained traction, reflecting a trend in many cultures to create affectionate or familiar versions of longer names. Overall, Elix and its variants encapsulate a rich historical and cultural tapestry, reflecting the interplay of language, religion, and tradition.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Elix was first seen in the United States in 1914.
Elix has ranked as high as #1345 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Elix has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Elix is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Elix was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Elix
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Elix.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1914 | 5 |