Elkin Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationEL-kin / /ˈɛl.kɪn/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: God will raise; English: noble
Historical & Cultural Background
Elkin is derived from the Hebrew name Elkanah, which means 'God has created.' It has also been used in English-speaking countries as a surname and given name. The name has historical roots in biblical texts, contributing to its significance in various cultures.
Similar Names
Variants
- Elkan
- Elkinson
International Variants
- Elkin (English)
Famous people named Elkin
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Fictional characters named Elkin
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Elkin was first seen in the United States in 1914. Elkin has ranked as high as #1342 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Elkin has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Elkin (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 18 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 20 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2021 | 21 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2024 | 15 |