Boys name · Virginia
Eli in Virginia
In 2025, 94 babies born in Virginia were named Eli, making it the #96 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1912, add up to 3,162.
Popularity over time
Eli in Virginia, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 9 | #166 |
| 1980 | 10 | #342 |
| 1991 | 10 | #438 |
| 1998 | 21 | #280 |
| 2004 | 43 | #183 |
| 2011 | 163 | #68 |
| 2018 | 160 | #62 |
| 2025 | 94 | #96 |
Virginia had the most Eli births in 2015, with 186. Eli's highest rank in Virginia was #56, set in 2015.
Rank swung between #56 (2015) and #535 (1985) in Virginia, from #166 in 1912 to #96 in 2025.
Nationally, Eli's strongest state was North Dakota, where it hit #7 in 2013. See Eli in every state →
How popular is Eli in Virginia?
In 2025, 94 babies born in Virginia were named Eli, making it the #96 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1912, add up to 3,162.
How many babies are named Eli in Virginia?
Virginia recorded 94 births of babies named Eli in 2025.
What is the rank of Eli in Virginia?
Eli ranked #96 among boys names in Virginia in 2025.
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.