Eland
Pronunciation: [ EEL-uhnd ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Eland first appeared in US Social Security records in 2004.
Over 85 babies have been named Eland in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Eland is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #10,802 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #10,802
- Total SSA Count
- 8
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About the Name Eland
Eland is a boy name .
Eland is currently ranked #10,802 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Eland include Ela, Ely, Elie, and Elakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Eland include Elan . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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