Eldred
Pronunciation: [ EHLD-erd ]
Eldred is a boy baby name. Ranked #19,761 in the US, popular nicknames include Eld, Ely, and Eldie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Eldred first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 929 babies have been named Eldred in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Eldred is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #19,761 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #19,761
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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Eldred is also used as a girl name, ranked #70160.
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About the Name Eldred
Eldred is a boy name .
Is Eldred a boy or girl name? Eldred is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #19,761 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #70,160. Eldred is more commonly used as a boy name.
Eldred is currently ranked #19,761 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Eldred include Eld, Ely, Eldie, and Eldrie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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