Elish
Boy nameElish has been given to 10 babies in the U.S. since 1926. It peaked in 1926.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
10
Peak year
1926 (5 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1926
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Elish — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Elish.
Sibling name ideas for Elish
Same era and popularity as Elish, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Elish?
Elish has been given to 10 babies in the U.S. since 1926. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Elish peak?
Elish peaked in 1926, when 5 babies were given the name.
Is Elish a girl or boy name?
Elish is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Elish are boys).
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