Elay
Boy nameElay has been given to 69 babies in the U.S. since 2007. It peaked in 2014. In 2025, about 1 in 189,786 boys was named Elay.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
69
Peak year
2014 (10 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2007
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Elay — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Elay.
Sibling name ideas for Elay
Same era and popularity as Elay, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Elay?
Elay has been given to 69 babies in the U.S. since 2007. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Elay peak?
Elay peaked in 2014, when 10 babies were given the name.
Is Elay a girl or boy name?
Elay is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Elay are boys).
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