Masculine dossier · first seen 2002
Elai
Rising
Gaining cultural share
Peak era
2024
Peak births
19
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Gen Alpha
Quick answers about Elai
How many people are named Elai?
An estimated 257 living Americans are named Elai.
How rare is Elai?
Elai is very rare among babies today, with 16 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 15.8% from its 2024 peak.
How old is the typical Elai?
The median age of a living American named Elai is approximately 9 years, with most bearers falling between 5 and 16 years old.
Is Elai still popular?
Yes — Elai is currently rising in popularity, with 16 births in 2025. Births this decade are running about 1.6× higher than the previous decade.
2002Peak 20242025
Peak year
2024
Decline from peak
15.8%
2025
16
All-time
259