"from Leicester (Roman fort on the River Leir)"
Origin: Old English
Language: English
Elester
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A distinctive 3-syllable boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Elester first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 108 babies have been named Elester in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Elester is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #13,736 for boy names in the US .
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#13,736
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #13,736
- Total SSA Count
- 7
- Cultural Origins
- English American Southern
- Pronunciation
- Easy
Common Nicknames
El
Les
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Elester is also used as a girl name, ranked #37446.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Elester
What does the name Elester mean?
"from Leicester (Roman fort on the River Leir)" (from Old English)
What is the origin of the name Elester?
Elester has Old English, English, and American Southern origins. In Old English, it means "from Leicester (Roman fort on the River Leir)".
Is Elester a boy or girl name?
Elester is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #13736. As a girl name, it is ranked #37446. Elester is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Elester?
Elester is currently ranked #13736 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Elester?
Common nicknames for Elester include Les.
What are good middle names for Elester?
Popular middle name pairings include Elester James, Elester Roy, Elester Lee, Elester Ray, and Elester Earl.
What are good sibling names for Elester?
Names that pair well with Elester as siblings include Chester, Lester, Foster, and Webster.
How many syllables does Elester have?
Elester has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Elester a common or rare name?
Elester is an uncommon name, ranked #13736 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Elester
Elester is a boy name with English and American Southern origins . The name means "from Leicester (Roman fort on the River Leir)" in Old English .
Is Elester a boy or girl name? Elester is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #13,736 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #37,446. Elester is more commonly used as a boy name.
Elester is currently ranked #13,736 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Elester has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Elester include El and Les. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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