Elmina
Elmina is a girl baby name. Ranked #17,317 in the US, popular nicknames include Elm, Ely, and Elmie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Elmina first appeared in US Social Security records in 1955.
Over 226 babies have been named Elmina in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Elmina is past its peak , currently ranked #17,317 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #17,317
- Total SSA Count
- 8
Nicknames
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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About the Name Elmina
Elmina is a girl name .
Elmina is currently ranked #17,317 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Elmina include Elm, Ely, Elmie, and Elmiie. 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)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis