Feminine dossier · first seen 2002
Elayah
Rising
Gaining cultural share
Peak era
2023
Peak births
43
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Gen Alpha
Quick answers about Elayah
How many people are named Elayah?
An estimated 399 living Americans are named Elayah.
How rare is Elayah?
Elayah is very rare among babies today, with 26 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 39.5% from its 2023 peak.
How old is the typical Elayah?
The median age of a living American named Elayah is approximately 7 years, with most bearers falling between 3 and 12 years old.
Is Elayah still popular?
Yes — Elayah is currently rising in popularity, with 26 births in 2025. Births this decade are running about 2.4× higher than the previous decade.
2002Peak 20232025
Peak year
2023
Decline from peak
39.5%
2025
26
All-time
402