Elo

“God is my God”

Hebrew origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#8434US 2023

9Births / yr

↑Rising

89All-time births

📅 Since 191200

What does Elo mean and where does it come from?

In Hebrew, the name Elo can be a short form of names such as Eliezer, meaning 'God is my help.' In a biblical context, Elo refers to God, denoting reverence. A notable figure with this name is Eloy Alfano, a prominent Argentinian artist. It reflects a modern and simple approach, and has roots in bot

Cultural significance

Elo has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Hebrew-speaking communities, where it reflects values of god is my god.

Peak popularity

Reached #2681 in 1917 — currently #8434 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Elo?

Elo works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Elo Grace

How popular is Elo right now?

Rising fast — up 4457 spots — currently #8434 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#8434 · Top 6.2%

1915

1920

1945

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8434	9	▲ up 4457 · +80% births
2022	#12891	5	▼ down 9365
1945	#3526	5	▲ up 87 · -29% births
1920	#3613	7	▼ down 396
1915	#3217	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Elo

Best Year1915Rank #3217

Peak Count9

Average Rank#6336

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1915 - 20235 years

The story of Elo

Elo entered American naming records in 1912 and has been in use for over 112 years. With 89 total births recorded, Elo remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #3217 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #8434 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Elo in 1917:

John William James Robert Joseph

Elo by decade

Elo peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →

Decade	Births
1910s ★	46
1920s	29
1940s	5
2010s	9

💎Elo has only 89 total recorded births since 1912 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Elo?

Common

ElElieEly

Famous people named Elo

Elo (historical community leader)

Elo led communities across the ancient Near East who passed this name through generations.

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What names sound and feel like Elo?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Elo also consider these

Elov

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Belo

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Jelo

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Eli

Hebrew · God is my

Elof

Sweden · descendant of the

Elvo

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Elko

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Nelo

Spanish · famous, renowned

Common questions about the name Elo

What does the name Elo mean?

Elo means "God is my God" — a name rooted in Hebrew tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Elo?

Elo is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Elo have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Elo?

Elo originates from Hebrew tradition. Hebrew names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Elo trending right now?

Elo is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Elo a common or rare name?

Elo is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.