Elim
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Oasis
- Origin
- Hebrew
Elim Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 316 baby boys have been named Elim. The name peaked in 2024 with 25 US births that year (rank #4214). In 2024, ranked #4214 nationally.
Top States for Elim
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Elim births are: Texas (11).
Other Hebrew-Origin Names Like Elim
If you like Elim's Hebrew origin, consider these related names: Aalijah, Aaron, Abagail, Abaigael, Abaigeal. Browse all Hebrew names →
4-Letter Names Starting with E
Names with Elim's exact length and starting letter: Eada, Eara, Earc, Earh, Earl.
Quick Facts About Elim
Variant Forms
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Compare Elim to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Elim against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).
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