Elek
Pronunciation: [ EHL-ihk ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Elek first appeared in US Social Security records in 1996.
Over 228 babies have been named Elek in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Elek is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #9,630 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #9,630
- Total SSA Count
- 9
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About the Name Elek
Elek is a boy name .
Elek is currently ranked #9,630 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Elek include Eleazar . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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