Eloy Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Eloy is a Spanish name derived from the Latin 'Eligius', meaning 'the chosen one'. It has evolved through various forms over the centuries and is linked to Saint Eligius, who contributed to its popularity in medieval times. The name connotes traits of selection and divine favor, though it does not have direct biblical relevance.
The name Eloy is most popular in New Mexico, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the West 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, Eloy has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling 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, 'Eloy' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1144th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 855th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 776th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 827th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1040th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1675th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2646th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Eloy' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Eloy"
Pronunciation
/ɪˈlɔɪ/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Eloy is derived from the Latin name 'Eligius', which means 'the chosen one' or 'the elected'. It is linked to Saint Eligius, a 7th-century goldsmith and bishop known for his piety and charitable works.
Meaning
the chosen one, the elected
Language Evolution
Eligius (Latin), Eloi (Old French), Eloy (Spanish)
Historical Usage
Eloy gained popularity in Spain and Latin America, particularly due to the influence of Saint Eligius. The name has been used since the Middle Ages and remains common in Spanish-speaking cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Eligius, Eloi, Elio
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Eloy is perceived as a traditional and somewhat unique name, often associated with cultural heritage and religious significance.
Famous People
Eloy Casagrande - Brazilian drummer, Eloy Jiménez - Spanish professional footballer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Eloy"
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 "Eloy"
"Eloy" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1144th of 7545 | 605 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 855th of 6773 | 1,001 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 776th of 7552 | 1,711 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 827th of 10718 | 1,560 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1040th of 16616 | 1,540 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1675th of 24088 | 1,286 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2646th of 23106 | 581 |
Regional Popularity of "Eloy" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
43.07% 1019th/2366 |
24.34% 278th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
30.43% 716th/2353 |
19.78% 306th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
61.56% 1371st/2227 |
67.94% 1651st/2430 |
20.15% 575th/2853 |
18.20% 505th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
36.70% 1078th/2937 |
41.40% 1442nd/3483 |
17.00% 598th/3518 |
15.68% 634th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
39.46% 1454th/3685 |
- |
15.04% 781st/5194 |
12.66% 800th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
55.52% 2544th/4582 |
- |
17.07% 1248th/7313 |
17.15% 1280th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
27.07% 1847th/6822 |
30.07% 1887th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Eloy" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Eloy"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Eloy" 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.