Elkan
Boy nameElkan has been given to 42 babies in the U.S. since 2005. It peaked in 2021.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
42
Peak year
2021 (7 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2005
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Elkan — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Elkan.
Sibling name ideas for Elkan
Same era and popularity as Elkan, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Elkan?
Elkan has been given to 42 babies in the U.S. since 2005. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Elkan peak?
Elkan peaked in 2021, when 7 babies were given the name.
Is Elkan a girl or boy name?
Elkan is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Elkan are boys).
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