Masculine dossier · first seen 1914
Elkin
Rising
Gaining cultural share
Peak era
2021
Peak births
21
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Gen Alpha
Quick answers about Elkin
How many people are named Elkin?
An estimated 302 living Americans are named Elkin.
How rare is Elkin?
Elkin is very rare among babies today, with 14 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 33.3% from its 2021 peak.
How old is the typical Elkin?
The median age of a living American named Elkin is approximately 15 years, with most bearers falling between 7 and 21 years old.
Is Elkin still popular?
Yes — Elkin is currently rising in popularity, with 14 births in 2025. Births this decade are running about 1.1× higher than the previous decade.
1914Peak 20212025
Peak year
2021
Decline from peak
33.3%
2025
14
All-time
344