Elga
Girl nameElga has been given to 130 babies in the U.S. since 1914. It peaked in 1927.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
130
Peak year
1927 (32 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1914
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
92% girls / 8% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Elga — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Elga.
Sibling name ideas for Elga
Same era and popularity as Elga, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Elga?
Elga has been given to 130 babies in the U.S. since 1914. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Elga peak?
Elga peaked in 1927, when 32 babies were given the name.
Is Elga a girl or boy name?
Elga is primarily a girl name (92% of babies named Elga are girls).
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