Elba Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Elba is an Italian name derived from the island of Elba, which means 'white'. Its historical evolution traces back to Latin and Ancient Greek forms. It gained popularity in the 19th century due to Napoleon's exile. The name is perceived positively, associated with beauty and history, and it is linked to notable figures like Idris Elba.
The name Elba is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Elba has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Elba' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2464th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3126th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6287th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8999th out of 10718 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1506th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1893rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1517th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1967th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3265th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7422nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10456th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Elba' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Elba"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛlbə/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
The name Elba is derived from the Italian island of Elba, which is known for its historical significance and natural beauty.
Meaning
white
Language Evolution
Elba (Modern Italian), Elba (Latin: Aelba), Aelba (Ancient Greek: Αἴλβα)
Historical Usage
The name Elba gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly due to its association with the island where Napoleon Bonaparte was exiled.
Variants & Derivatives
Elbana, Elbano
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, the name Elba is often associated with natural beauty and historical significance, evoking images of the picturesque Italian island.
Famous People
Idris Elba, Elba Esther Santiago
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Elba"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Elba"
"Elba" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2464th of 7545 | 176 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3126th of 6773 | 108 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 6287th of 7552 | 13 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8999th of 10718 | 11 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1506th of 9107 | 492 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1893rd of 9204 | 345 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1517th of 12526 | 891 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1967th of 19264 | 712 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3265th of 27321 | 500 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7422nd of 35406 | 243 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10456th of 30306 | 110 |
Regional Popularity of "Elba" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Elba" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
95.50% 1317th/1379 |
73.50% 1739th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
64.52% 1004th/1556 |
65.07% 1531st/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
76.11% 1695th/2227 |
28.15% 684th/2430 |
72.77% 2076th/2853 |
59.28% 1645th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
71.50% 2100th/2937 |
24.81% 864th/3483 |
- |
35.73% 1445th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
42.19% 1888th/4475 |
83.13% 4318th/5194 |
28.62% 1808th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
62.05% 4631st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Elba"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Elba" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.