Boys name · New Jersey
Elijah in New Jersey
In 2025, 177 babies born in New Jersey were named Elijah, making it the #49 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1916, add up to 7,183.
Popularity over time
Elijah in New Jersey, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1916 | 5 | #287 |
| 1969 | 5 | #542 |
| 1979 | 27 | #212 |
| 1988 | 31 | #215 |
| 1998 | 160 | #65 |
| 2007 | 248 | #45 |
| 2016 | 199 | #44 |
| 2025 | 177 | #49 |
No year in New Jersey had more Elijah births than 2007, when 248 were born. Its highest rank in New Jersey came in 2024, at #29.
Its rank among boys names in New Jersey ran from #29 in 2024 to #581 in 1972, starting at #287 in 1916 and ending at #49 in 2025.
Indiana gave Elijah its highest national rank, #1, in 2010. See Elijah in every state →
How popular is Elijah in New Jersey?
In 2025, 177 babies born in New Jersey were named Elijah, making it the #49 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1916, add up to 7,183.
How many babies are named Elijah in New Jersey?
New Jersey recorded 177 births of babies named Elijah in 2025.
What is the rank of Elijah in New Jersey?
Elijah ranked #49 among boys names in New Jersey 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.