Eldred
Pronunciation: [ EHLD-erd ]
Does Eldred flow with your last name?
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
Reviewed by the NamingEverything Editorial Team · Updated
Similar Names
Names Like Eldred
Same sound, same style — different options
Nicknames
Nicknames for Eldred
7 shorthand options for every setting
Meaning & Origin
Playground Safety
Similar to Eldred
See all →What the Eldred report tells you
$9Personalized to your state, siblings, and priorities. Free playground safety preview included.
Is Eldred the #1 name in your state, or barely on the radar?
Enter your other kids' names. We score how well they sound together.
Playground safety check is free. Full report is $9.
What do you want to do with this name?
Add it to your shortlist. Not losing this one.
Put Eldred head-to-head with your other picks.
Start comparing →See what Eldred actually gets called.
Browse nicknames →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 .
Popularity Over Time
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Names You Might Also Love
See all →"worthy of love"
"council friend"
"called forth, gloriously summoned"
"son of the fair one"
"wealth, fortune, prosperity"
Compare Eldred with:
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #19,761
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
Sibling Match
Premium
Check how Eldred fits with existing sibling names — style, sound, and origin.
Enter sibling names above to see compatibility.
Also a Girl Name
Eldred is also used as a girl name, ranked #70160.
View Eldred as a girl name →Similar Names
See all names like Eldred →For Parents
Start a baby registry
Free welcome box on Amazon
The Baby Name Wizard
Names that age well — book
Nursery name sign
Personalized wooden letters
We may earn a commission from these links.
Compare Eldred with...
Can't decide?
Start a tournament bracket with Eldred and other names you're considering.
Start a TournamentLike this name?
Check how Eldred sounds with your surname and test for potential nicknames.
Analyze This NameExplore More Generators
-
🧝
Fantasy Name Generator
Create names for D&D and RPG characters
-
🐾
Pet Name Generator
Find the perfect name for your furry friend
-
🎭
Character Name Generator
Names for fictional characters across genres
Names You Might Also Like
View all →Latin origin
"worthy of love"
#19,720 in US
Old English origin
"council friend"
#19,826 in US
Greek origin
"called forth, gloriously summoned"
#19,830 in US
Scottish Gaelic origin
"son of the fair one"
#19,750 in US
Old High German origin
"wealth, fortune, prosperity"
#19,768 in US
Hebrew (Sarah) origin
"princess, noblewoman"
#19,856 in US
Germanic origin
"bright fame"
#19,807 in US
Old Norse origin
"flat piece, thin layer"
#19,804 in US
Save Your Name Card
Download a shareable image with Eldred's meaning, origin, and popularity. Ready for Instagram, Pinterest, or texting to your partner.
Frequently Asked Questions About Eldred
Is Eldred a boy or girl name?
How do you pronounce Eldred?
How popular is the name Eldred?
What are common nicknames for Eldred?
Is Eldred a common or rare name?
Browse all middle names, sibling names, or similar names.
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, Eldr, Eldry, Eldrie, Ely, Elie, and Eldkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Keep Exploring
Recommended for Parents
Start a registry
Free welcome box on Amazon
Baby Name Wizard
Names that actually age well
Nursery name sign
Personalized wooden letters
We may earn a commission from these links.
Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis