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Summary

Eldon originates from Old English, meaning 'old hill'. The name evolved from the historical form 'Ealdun'. It conveys traits of strength and stability, with no significant biblical relevance. The name saw a rise in popularity in the 19th century and is currently viewed as traditional.

The name Eldon is most popular in Kansas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest 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, Eldon has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Eldon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 243rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 250th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 470th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 823rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1558th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2443rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2262nd out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6378th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6012th out of 9204 names. Discover how the name 'Eldon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.