Elcid
A masculine name of uncertain meaning and origin, potentially from Scandinavian roots.
Name Census estimates that about 4 living Americans carry the first name Elcid. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Elcid today is around 67 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Elcid births was 1962 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Elcid. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Elcid is about 67 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Elcids were born before 1969.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Elcid. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
4
~ 1 in 85,688,585 Americans
Peak year
1962
5 babies that year
Average age
67
years old
1962 SSA rank
#4,230
Tracked since 1962
Popularity
Elcid: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Elcid by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Elcid during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Elcid
The name Elcid originated from the Arabic language, derived from the Arabic phrase "al-Sayyid" meaning "the lord" or "the master." Its roots can be traced back to the medieval era in the Iberian Peninsula, specifically during the time of the Moorish rule in Spain, which lasted from the 8th to the 15th century.
One of the earliest and most notable references to the name Elcid can be found in the epic poem "El Cantar de Mio Cid," which was written in the 12th century and celebrates the life and deeds of the Castilian hero Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar, also known as El Cid Campeador. This poem played a significant role in popularizing the name and solidifying its association with valor, courage, and military prowess.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Elcid or its variations. One of the earliest recorded examples is Elcid Abul-Walid Ismail, an Arab mathematician and astronomer who lived in the 11th century and made important contributions to the field of algebra. Another prominent figure was Elcid Ibn Quzman, a celebrated Andalusian poet and philosopher who lived in the 12th century and was known for his satirical works.
In the 14th century, Elcid Abdalla al-Bakri, a renowned Moroccan scholar and traveler, wrote extensively about the geography and history of the Maghreb region. His works provided valuable insights into the culture and customs of the time.
During the 16th century, Elcid Ali Pasha served as the Grand Vizier of the Ottoman Empire under Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent. He was a skilled military leader and played a crucial role in the Ottoman campaigns against the Safavid Empire.
In more recent times, Elcid Guzmán was a prominent Guatemalan writer and poet who lived from 1899 to 1986. His works explored themes of social injustice and the struggles of the indigenous populations in Guatemala.
While the name Elcid has its roots in the Arabic language and the medieval Iberian Peninsula, it has transcended cultural and geographic boundaries, being adopted and used by individuals from various backgrounds throughout history. Its associations with leadership, bravery, and intellectual prowess have contributed to its enduring appeal across generations.
People
Elcid + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Elcid as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with E
Other first names starting with E with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Elcid: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Elcid?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 4 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Elcid going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 85,688,585 US residents.
Is Elcid a common name?
We classify Elcid as "Very Rare". It ranks above 6.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Elcid most popular?
The single biggest year for Elcid was 1962, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Elcid is about 67 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Elcid in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Elcid a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Elcid in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Elcid still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Elcid in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Elcid can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Elcid?
Our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers how many Americans are named Elcid at a glance, with the living-bearer count up front.