Boys name · New York
Elijah in New York
Elijah was the 35th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 391 babies named Elijah that year. Since 1928, New York families have named 18,317 babies Elijah.
Popularity over time
Elijah in New York, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1928 | 6 | 578th |
| 1957 | 8 | 693rd |
| 1969 | 7 | 861st |
| 1980 | 47 | 282nd |
| 1991 | 146 | 146th |
| 2002 | 589 | 37th |
| 2014 | 601 | 32nd |
| 2025 | 391 | 35th |
Its rank among boys names in New York climbed from 578th in 1928 to 35th in 2025.
The most babies named Elijah in New York in a single year was 670, in 2009. Its best showing was 28th among boys names in 2020.
Across the country, Elijah reached its best rank of #1 in Indiana (2010). See Elijah in every state →
How popular is Elijah in New York?
Elijah was the 35th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 391 babies named Elijah that year. Since 1928, New York families have named 18,317 babies Elijah.
How many babies are named Elijah in New York?
In 2025, 391 babies were named Elijah in New York. The most babies named Elijah in New York in a single year was 670, in 2009.
What is the rank of Elijah in New York?
Elijah ranked 35th among boys names in New York in 2025. Its best showing was 28th among boys names in 2020.
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.