US Popularity:26108
Origin:Hebrew
Other Origin(s):Greek
Meaning:Diety, God; Light, sunray
El is a gender-neutral name with Hebrew and Greek origins that packs plenty of meaning in the two letters it holds. In the Hebrew language, El means “deity” or “god,” and is a unique choice if you want to teach baby that there’s more to life than the physical world. El can also be used as a shortened version of Greek names Eleanor or Helen, which translates to "light" or “sunray.” As you and baby spend time together under the sun, you will be reminded of the warmth that baby brings to your life.

How Popular Is The Name El?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:El is currently #2116 on The Bump
Boy:El is currently #1192 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:El is currently #1464 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:El is currently #26108 in U.S. births
Boy:El is currently #12707 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#
in 2023
No change
from 2004
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • 100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 130, 132

  • Behind the Name, El, December 2022

  • Abarim Publications, El meaning

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