Boys name · Missouri
Eli in Missouri
Eli was the 98th most popular boys name in Missouri in 2025, with 66 babies named Eli that year. Since 1916, Missouri families have named 3,531 babies Eli.
Popularity over time
Eli in Missouri, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1916 | 5 | 427th |
| 1971 | 6 | 452nd |
| 1983 | 11 | 296th |
| 1991 | 18 | 258th |
| 2000 | 34 | 187th |
| 2008 | 123 | 76th |
| 2017 | 163 | 34th |
| 2025 | 66 | 98th |
Its rank among boys names in Missouri climbed from 427th in 1916 to 98th in 2025.
The most babies named Eli in Missouri in a single year was 213, in 2012. Its best showing was 27th among boys names in 2012.
Across the country, Eli reached its best rank of 7th in North Dakota (2013). See Eli in every state →
How popular is Eli in Missouri?
Eli was the 98th most popular boys name in Missouri in 2025, with 66 babies named Eli that year. Since 1916, Missouri families have named 3,531 babies Eli.
How many babies are named Eli in Missouri?
In 2025, 66 babies were named Eli in Missouri. The most babies named Eli in Missouri in a single year was 213, in 2012.
What is the rank of Eli in Missouri?
Eli ranked 98th among boys names in Missouri in 2025. Its best showing was 27th among boys names in 2012.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.