Elves
Pronunciation: [ EHLVZ ]
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Elves first appeared in US Social Security records in 1960.
Over 8 babies have been named Elves in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Elves is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #11,317 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #11,317
- Total SSA Count
- 8
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About the Name Elves
Elves is a boy name .
Elves is currently ranked #11,317 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Elves include Elv, Ely, Elie, and Elvkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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