Elodia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Elodia is a name of Spanish origin, derived from Latin with roots in Greek, meaning 'marsh dweller'. Its historical forms include Elodia and Helodia. The name has gained popularity in the 20th century, especially in Spanish-speaking cultures. It is associated with elegance and nature, and it has no significant biblical relevance. Notable individuals with this name include Elodia V. Carrillo and Elodia Gonzalez.
The name Elodia is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the South 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, Elodia has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Elodia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1871st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1406th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2435th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4505th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7264th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14434th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 20416th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Elodia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Elodia"
Pronunciation
/ɛˈloʊdiə/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
Elodia is derived from the Latin name 'Elodia', which is believed to have Greek origins, possibly from 'Helodia', relating to the concept of the 'marsh' or 'swamp'.
Meaning
marsh dweller
Language Evolution
Elodia, Helodia, Elodea
Historical Usage
Elodia gained popularity in the 20th century as a feminine name in Spanish-speaking countries and has seen a gradual increase in use in various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Eloisa, Lodia, Elodie
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Elodia is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with nature and femininity.
Famous People
Elodia V. Carrillo, a notable author, Elodia Gonzalez, a celebrated artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Elodia"
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 "Elodia"
"Elodia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1871st of 9107 | 354 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1406th of 9204 | 555 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2435th of 12526 | 405 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4505th of 19264 | 202 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7264th of 27321 | 161 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 14434th of 35406 | 83 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 20416th of 30306 | 24 |
Regional Popularity of "Elodia" 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 "Elodia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
37.57% 889th/2366 |
94.57% 1080th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
32.38% 762nd/2353 |
68.97% 1067th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
38.38% 1095th/2853 |
78.05% 2166th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
61.26% 2155th/3518 |
53.98% 2183rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
54.88% 3467th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Elodia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Elodia" 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.