Elkanah: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
God has created, a devoted father's name of prayerful longing.
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #12465
- Peak
- #6653 in 1982
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Elkanah Means
Elkanah is a boy name of Hebrew origin. God has created, a devoted father's name of prayerful longing.
How Popular Elkanah Is
Elkanah currently ranks #12465 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #6653 in 1982. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Elkanah
- Elkanah is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Elkanah is a name with deep biblical and Jewish roots.
- It has a vintage charm that's making a stylish comeback.
Names Like Elkanah
Other Hebrew names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Elkanah
Hebrew names that pair well as a brother or sister to Elkanah.
Questions About Elkanah
What does Elkanah mean?
Elkanah is a boy name of Hebrew origin. God has created, a devoted father's name of prayerful longing.
How popular is Elkanah?
Elkanah currently ranks #12465 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #6653 in 1982. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Elkanah come from?
Elkanah comes from Hebrew roots. Elkanah is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
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