Elba Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationEL-bah / ˈɛl.bəSpanish; Italian
Meaning
Spanish: white; Italian: from the island of Elba
Historical & Cultural Background
Elba is an island in Italy, known for its historical significance, particularly during the Napoleonic era when Napoleon Bonaparte was exiled there. The name Elba may also be derived from the Spanish word for 'white,' which can symbolize purity and clarity. In modern contexts, Elba is often associated with natural beauty and tranquility due to its picturesque landscapes.
Similar Names
Variants
- Elbah
International Variants
- Elba (Spanish)
- Elba (Italian)
Famous people named Elba
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Elba was first seen in the United States in 1888. Elba has ranked as high as #1018 nationally, which occurred in 1956, and has been most popular in New York, California, New Jersey, Illinois, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Elba has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Elba (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1888 | 5 |
| 1889 | 6 |
| 1890 | 6 |
| 1891 | 13 |
| 1892 | 9 |
| 1893 | 7 |
| 1895 | 5 |
| 1896 | 8 |
| 1897 | 10 |
| 1898 | 10 |
| 1899 | 6 |
| 1900 | 6 |
| 1901 | 7 |
| 1902 | 12 |
| 1903 | 11 |
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1905 | 8 |
| 1906 | 9 |
| 1907 | 9 |
| 1908 | 7 |
| 1909 | 17 |
| 1910 | 8 |
| 1911 | 15 |
| 1912 | 15 |
| 1913 | 21 |
| 1914 | 13 |
| 1915 | 27 |
| 1916 | 27 |
| 1917 | 26 |
| 1918 | 36 |
| 1919 | 29 |
| 1920 | 33 |
| 1921 | 19 |
| 1922 | 28 |
| 1923 | 19 |
| 1924 | 13 |
| 1925 | 20 |
| 1926 | 26 |
| 1927 | 32 |
| 1928 | 22 |
| 1929 | 21 |
| 1930 | 29 |
| 1931 | 12 |
| 1932 | 18 |
| 1933 | 27 |
| 1934 | 29 |
| 1935 | 14 |
| 1936 | 15 |
| 1937 | 16 |
| 1938 | 12 |
| 1939 | 18 |
| 1940 | 10 |
| 1941 | 21 |
| 1942 | 16 |
| 1943 | 19 |
| 1944 | 23 |
| 1945 | 23 |
| 1946 | 20 |
| 1947 | 19 |
| 1948 | 24 |
| 1949 | 32 |
| 1950 | 36 |
| 1951 | 44 |
| 1952 | 37 |
| 1953 | 58 |
| 1954 | 55 |
| 1955 | 43 |
| 1956 | 82 |
| 1957 | 51 |
| 1958 | 50 |
| 1959 | 60 |
| 1960 | 61 |
| 1961 | 59 |
| 1962 | 66 |
| 1963 | 41 |
| 1964 | 53 |
| 1965 | 48 |
| 1966 | 64 |
| 1967 | 55 |
| 1968 | 44 |
| 1969 | 42 |
| 1970 | 56 |
| 1971 | 50 |
| 1972 | 39 |
| 1973 | 36 |
| 1974 | 34 |
| 1975 | 40 |
| 1976 | 40 |
| 1977 | 39 |
| 1978 | 39 |
| 1979 | 48 |
| 1980 | 38 |
| 1981 | 31 |
| 1982 | 45 |
| 1983 | 34 |
| 1984 | 20 |
| 1985 | 39 |
| 1986 | 33 |
| 1987 | 26 |
| 1988 | 32 |
| 1989 | 35 |
| 1990 | 44 |
| 1991 | 37 |
| 1992 | 32 |
| 1993 | 24 |
| 1994 | 17 |
| 1995 | 23 |
| 1996 | 28 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 20 |
| 1999 | 23 |
| 2000 | 21 |
| 2001 | 12 |
| 2002 | 18 |
| 2003 | 16 |
| 2004 | 18 |
| 2005 | 19 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 17 |
| 2008 | 17 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2024 | 10 |