Elka Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationEL-kuh / ˈɛlkəHebrew; Slavic
Meaning
Hebrew: God has sworn; Slavic: bright, shining
Historical & Cultural Background
Elka is a name with roots in Hebrew and Slavic cultures. In Hebrew, it is often associated with faith and divine promise. In Slavic contexts, it is sometimes seen as a diminutive of names like Eleonora or Elena, emphasizing brightness and light. The name has gained popularity in various regions, reflecting diverse cultural influences.
Trend Summary
Elka has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Elka
- Elkaia
International Variants
- Elka (Polish)
- Elka (Russian)
Famous people named Elka
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Fictional characters named Elka
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Elka was first seen in the United States in 1943. Elka has ranked as high as #1373 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in New York, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Elka has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Elka (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 14 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 17 |
| 1970 | 12 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1972 | 17 |
| 1973 | 16 |
| 1974 | 14 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1976 | 13 |
| 1977 | 14 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 12 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 18 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 19 |
| 2015 | 21 |
| 2016 | 21 |
| 2017 | 20 |
| 2018 | 18 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 15 |
| 2021 | 19 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 17 |