Feminine dossier · first seen 1880
Elmina
Resurgent
Gaining cultural share
Peak era
1916
Peak births
26
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
1880Peak 19162025
Quick answers about Elmina
How many people are named Elmina?
An estimated 279 living Americans are named Elmina.
How rare is Elmina?
Elmina is very rare among babies today, with 12 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 53.8% from its 1916 peak.
How old is the typical Elmina?
The median age of a living American named Elmina is approximately 20 years, with most bearers falling between 10 and 35 years old.
Is Elmina still popular?
Yes — Elmina is currently rising in popularity, with 12 births in 2025. Births this decade are running about 1.2× higher than the previous decade.
Peak year
1916
Decline from peak
53.8%
2025
12
All-time
834