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Estes vs Elijah

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

Estes Rank #31,754
Elijah Rank #8

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Estes or Elijah more popular?

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

What do Estes and Elijah mean?

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

Are Estes and Elijah boy or girl names?

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

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