Elimelech Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Elimelech is a Hebrew name meaning 'my God is king', derived from the elements 'eli' and 'melech'. It has evolved through Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek forms. The name is associated with the biblical figure Elimelech from the Book of Ruth, contributing to its historical and religious significance. While it is not widely used in modern times, it carries a positive perception due to its spiritual meaning.
The name Elimelech is most popular in New York, 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, Elimelech has been stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Elimelech' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7011th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4450th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3371st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3164th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Elimelech' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Elimelech"
Pronunciation
/ˌɛlɪˈmɛlɛk/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Elimelech is derived from the Hebrew elements 'eli' meaning 'my God' and 'melech' meaning 'king'. Thus, the name can be translated as 'my God is king'.
Meaning
My God is king
Language Evolution
Hebrew: אֱלִימֶלֶךְ (Elimelekh), Aramaic: אֵלִימֶלֶךְ, Greek: Ἐλιμέλεχ
Biblical Background
Elimelech is a biblical figure mentioned in the Book of Ruth as the husband of Naomi and father of Mahlon and Chilion.
Historical Usage
The name Elimelech has been used in Jewish communities for centuries and gained some recognition in various Christian contexts due to its biblical significance.
Variants & Derivatives
Elimelech, Elimelekh
Modern Popularity & Image
Elimelech is relatively uncommon today but is appreciated for its biblical roots and spiritual meaning.
Famous People
Elimelech of Lizhensk, a Hasidic rabbi known for his teachings and influence in Jewish mysticism.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Elimelech"
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 "Elimelech"
"Elimelech" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7011th of 10718 | 27 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4450th of 16616 | 172 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3371st of 24088 | 462 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3164th of 23106 | 442 |
Regional Popularity of "Elimelech" 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) |
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52.08% 1814th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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25.05% 1121st/4475 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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17.53% 905th/5164 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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20.75% 931st/4487 |
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Regional Popularity of "Elimelech" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Elimelech"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Elimelech" 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.