Elle
Elle is a girl name that ranked #479 in the US in 2024. SSA records show it has appeared in official baby name data since 1977. Its best recorded rank was #353 in 2019.
Latest rank
#479
Peak rank
#353
Reached in 2019
Total recorded usage
15,546
Available where official count data exists
First recorded year
1977
What To Know About Elle
Parents choosing Elle often appreciate its balance of tradition and accessibility. As a girl name with French background, it carries recognizable weight without sounding overly formal.
Elle is still an actively ranked US name in 2024. It is visible enough to feel recognizable, but not so common that it blends into every classroom list.
SSA data shows Elle appearing in official records as far back as 1977, which gives parents a concrete sense of how long the name has been in use.
Its strongest recorded US position was #353 in 2019, which helps frame whether today's ranking reflects a long plateau, a comeback, or a step down from an earlier peak.
Popularity Trend
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Page Notes
Pronunciation: ELLE
Origin: French
Editorial status: published
Confidence: medium
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Sources
- US Social Security Administration baby names · https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/Popularity rankings, usage history, and trend data are derived from SSA datasets.
- Behind the Name · https://www.behindthename.com/Used to cross-reference origin and pronunciation guidance.