Elchonon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Elchonon has Hebrew origins, meaning 'God is gracious'. It has evolved through languages such as Aramaic and Yiddish. The name reflects divine favor and is connected to Jewish tradition, though it does not appear in the Bible. It has seen historical usage in Jewish communities and remains popular today, symbolizing faith and grace.
The name Elchonon is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha 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. From 2020-2022, Elchonon has been stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Elchonon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9965th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7610th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6143rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Elchonon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Elchonon"
Pronunciation
/ɛlˈkɒnən/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Elchonon is derived from the Hebrew elements 'El' meaning 'God' and 'chon' meaning 'grace' or 'favor', thus translating to 'God is gracious'.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Hebrew: אֶלְחָנוֹן (Elchanon), Aramaic: אֵלְחָנוֹן (Elchanon), Yiddish: אלחנן (Elkhonon)
Biblical Background
Elchonon is a name found in Jewish tradition and is associated with grace from God. It is not directly mentioned in the Bible but reflects the themes found in biblical names.
Historical Usage
Elchonon has been used historically within Jewish communities and gained popularity as a name reflecting faith and divine favor, especially during the medieval period.
Variants & Derivatives
Elchanan, Elhannan, Alkanan
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Elchonon is viewed positively within Jewish communities, often associated with tradition and spirituality.
Famous People
Elchonon S. (a prominent rabbi and scholar), Elchonon (a notable figure in Jewish history)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Elchonon"
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 "Elchonon"
"Elchonon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9965th of 16616 | 33 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7610th of 24088 | 140 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6143rd of 23106 | 168 |
Regional Popularity of "Elchonon" 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) |
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63.49% 2841st/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
37.32% 1927th/5164 |
- | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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39.02% 1751st/4487 |
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Regional Popularity of "Elchonon" by Generation for Female 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) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Elchonon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Elchonon" 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.