UnisexHebrew origin

Elan: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Oak tree, strong and deeply rooted in the earth.

Origin
Hebrew
Syllables
2
Current rank
#1932
Peak
#1265 in 2011

Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.

Popularity over time

Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)

1963: #422319631970: #201319701980: #197619801990: #198219902000: #190120002005: #172820052010: #149520102015: #145420152020: #19322020#1#4223

What Elan Means

Elan is a unisex name of Hebrew origin. Oak tree, strong and deeply rooted in the earth.

How Popular Elan Is

Elan currently ranks #1932 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1265 in 2011. It has been easing off its high.

Good to Know About Elan

  • Elan is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
  • Elan is a name with deep biblical and Jewish roots.
  • Part of the beloved nature-name trend.

Names Like Elan

Other Hebrew names that start with the same letter or share a style.

Sibling Names for Elan

Hebrew names that pair well as a brother or sister to Elan.

Questions About Elan

What does Elan mean?

Elan is a unisex name of Hebrew origin. Oak tree, strong and deeply rooted in the earth.

How popular is Elan?

Elan currently ranks #1932 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1265 in 2011. It has been easing off its high.

Where does Elan come from?

Elan comes from Hebrew roots. Elan is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.

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