Eloy Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Spanish
Gender Distribution:
100% Masculine / 0% Feminine
Meaning:
Eloy means 'chosen one' and is of Spanish origin.
Meaning of the Name Eloy
Eloy is a masculine given name of Spanish origin. It is derived from the Latin name Eligius, which means 'chosen one'. The name Eloy gained popularity in the Middle Ages due to the veneration of Saint Eligius, a highly esteemed goldsmith and bishop. Today, Eloy is still used in Spanish-speaking countries and has a strong association with craftsmanship and skill.
Popularity of the Name Eloy
The popularity for the name Eloy peaked in popularity in the year 1993 with 118 births, which ranked number 2,390 out of 23,762 unique names for that year. Eloy had the most male births in 1993 with 118, which ranked number 1,006 out of 10,169 male names. The number of births for the name Eloy has declined sharply over the last ten years from 54 births to 39 births, a decline of -27.78%. Among males, Eloy has declined sharply in popularity over the last ten years from 54 births to 39 births, a decline of -27.78%.
Nationwide Popularity of Eloy
- 20 Year Trend of Eloy: -57.61%
- 10 Year Trend of Eloy: -27.78%
- 10 Year Male Trend of Eloy: -27.78%
Popularity of Eloy by State
For males, Eloy was most popular in Southwestern states with 13 births in the region. It was most commonly seen in TX, with 13 male births. See below for a full state by state breakdown of the name Eloy. States with less than five births recorded will not be shown.
| State | Male Births | Male Gender Rank | Female Births | Female Gender Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | 9 | 1738 | < 5 | N/A |
| TX | 13 | 1417 | < 5 | N/A |
2024 Popularity Projections for Eloy
- Total Births of Eloy: 38 (-3.20%)
- Male Births of Eloy: 38 (-3.20%)
Given the downward trend of Eloy over the last 10 years, we expect this to continue in 2024 with roughly a -3.20% decrease in total births, for a total of 38 births in 2024. Male births for Eloy have been decreasing over the past decade, so we anticipate roughly 38 male births in 2024, a decrease of -3.20%.