Elson Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Elson is an English name meaning 'Elf's town', stemming from the Old English elements 'Ælf' and 'tun'. It has evolved from historical forms such as Ælfstun and Elveston. The name is perceived as unique and carries a sense of charm. It does not have biblical relevance, and its popularity rose in the 19th century.
The name Elson is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South 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, Elson has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Elson' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2027th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2144th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2661st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3586th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4782nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5874th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6091st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Elson' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Elson"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛl.sən/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Elson is derived from the Old English personal name 'Ælf' meaning 'elf' combined with 'tun' meaning 'town' or 'settlement'.
Meaning
Elf's town
Language Evolution
Ælfstun, Elveston, Elson
Historical Usage
Elson gained popularity in England during the 19th century as a surname and later transitioned into use as a first name.
Variants & Derivatives
Ellison, Elston, Elsie
Modern Popularity & Image
Elson is seen as a unique and slightly old-fashioned name, often associated with charm and individuality.
Famous People
Elson Soares (Brazilian footballer), Elson J. C. (American composer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Elson"
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 "Elson"
"Elson" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2027th of 7545 | 249 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2144th of 6773 | 220 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2661st of 7552 | 181 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3586th of 10718 | 132 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4782nd of 16616 | 155 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5874th of 24088 | 206 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6091st of 23106 | 170 |
Regional Popularity of "Elson" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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77.22% 1827th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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91.29% 2148th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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58.14% 3673rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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52.71% 3934th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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74.46% 5080th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Elson" 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) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Elson"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Elson" 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.