Elam

Boy name

Elam has been given to 2,940 babies in the U.S. since 1880. It peaked in 2015.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

2,940

Peak year

2015 (144 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1880

10-year trend

▼ -56%

Gender split

All boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Elam — alternate spellings parents actually use.

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4,439 babies since 2000

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4,331 babies since 1963

Elagirl

2,846 babies since 1887

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FAQ

How popular is the name Elam?

Elam has been given to 2,940 babies in the U.S. since 1880. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Elam peak?

Elam peaked in 2015, when 144 babies were given the name.

Is Elam a girl or boy name?

Elam is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Elam are boys).

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