Elya
UnisexElya has been given to 659 babies in the U.S. since 1983. It peaked in 2019.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
659
Peak year
2019 (38 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1983
10-year trend
▲ +59%
Gender split
39% girls / 61% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Elya — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Elya.
FAQ
How popular is the name Elya?
Elya has been given to 659 babies in the U.S. since 1983. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Elya peak?
Elya peaked in 2019, when 38 babies were given the name.
Is Elya a girl or boy name?
Elya is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.
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