Elke Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Elke has German origins, derived from the name Adelheid meaning 'noble'. It evolved from historical forms like Adelheid and Elka. The name is associated with traits of strength and nobility, and it gained popularity in the 20th century. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Elke"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛlkə/
Origin
German
Etymology
Elke is a diminutive form of the name Adelheid, which means 'noble' or 'nobility'.
Meaning
noble
Language Evolution
Adelheid, Elka, Elke
Historical Usage
Elke gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in German-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Elka, Elkie
Modern Popularity & Image
Elke is perceived as a charming and unique name, often associated with strength and nobility.
Famous People
Elke Sommer - a German actress and model, Elke Heidenreich - a German writer and television presenter
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✨ Elke Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 77 peak births in 1968
Geographic Spread
Popular across 6 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Elke"
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 "Elke"
"Elke" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5635th of 12526 | 88 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2104th of 19264 | 645 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7968th of 27321 | 140 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 10783rd of 35406 | 140 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 11499th of 30306 | 94 |
Regional Popularity of "Elke" 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 "Elke" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
94.59% 2625th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
70.79% 2079th/2937 |
43.47% 1514th/3483 |
88.63% 3118th/3518 |
40.11% 1622nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Elke"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Elke" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Elke" in the United States
The name Elke is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. 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, Elke 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, 'Elke' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5635th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2104th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7968th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10783rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11499th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Elke' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.