Boys name · Iowa
Elijah in Iowa
In 2025, 101 babies born in Iowa were named Elijah, making it the #11 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1977, add up to 3,250.
Popularity over time
Elijah in Iowa, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1977 | 6 | #291 |
| 1984 | 6 | #274 |
| 1991 | 11 | #214 |
| 1998 | 46 | #94 |
| 2004 | 121 | #30 |
| 2011 | 132 | #15 |
| 2018 | 105 | #15 |
| 2025 | 101 | #11 |
The most Elijah births in Iowa in a single year was 149, in 2015. Elijah's highest rank in Iowa was #6, set in 2024.
Rank swung between #6 (2024) and #291 (1977) in Iowa, from #291 in 1977 to #11 in 2025.
Nationally, Elijah's strongest state was Indiana, where it hit #1 in 2010. See Elijah in every state →
How popular is Elijah in Iowa?
In 2025, 101 babies born in Iowa were named Elijah, making it the #11 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1977, add up to 3,250.
How many babies are named Elijah in Iowa?
In 2025, 101 babies born in Iowa were named Elijah.
What is the rank of Elijah in Iowa?
Elijah's 2025 rank among boys names in Iowa was #11.
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.