Elain
Girl nameElain has been given to 260 babies in the U.S. since 1918. It peaked in 1947.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
260
Peak year
1947 (11 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1918
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Elain — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Elain.
Sibling name ideas for Elain
Same era and popularity as Elain, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Elain?
Elain has been given to 260 babies in the U.S. since 1918. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Elain peak?
Elain peaked in 1947, when 11 babies were given the name.
Is Elain a girl or boy name?
Elain is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Elain are girls).
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