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Elijah vs Estes

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Estes

Boy #31,754 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the east, eastern place"

Origin: Old French d'Este

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#31,754
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Elijah Rank #8
Estes Rank #31,754

Elijah is more popular, ranked #8 vs #31754 for Estes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elijah or Estes more popular?

Elijah is more popular, ranked #8 compared to Estes at #31754 in the United States.

What do Elijah and Estes mean?

Elijah means "the Lord is my God" (Hebrew origin). Estes means "from the east, eastern place" (Old French d'Este origin).

Are Elijah and Estes boy or girl names?

Elijah is primarily a boy name. Estes is primarily a boy name.

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