Eldredge
A masculine English name meaning "leader of the elders".
Name Census estimates that about 22 living Americans carry the first name Eldredge. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Eldredge today is around 86 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Eldredge births was 1916 (14 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Eldredge. 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 Eldredge is about 86 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Eldredges were born before 1950.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Eldredge. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
22
~ 1 in 15,579,743 Americans
Peak year
1916
14 babies that year
Average age
86
years old
1957 SSA rank
#4,151
Tracked since 1913
Popularity
Eldredge: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Eldredge from the 1910s through to the 1950s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1920s, with 78 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1920s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Eldredge 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 Eldredge during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Eldredges live
Origin
Meaning and history of Eldredge
The name Eldredge is of Old English origin and is derived from the elements "eal" meaning "all" and "ræd" meaning "counsel" or "advice." It was a common name during the Anglo-Saxon period, particularly among the nobility and ruling class.
The earliest known recorded instance of the name Eldredge dates back to the 8th century AD, where it appears in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle, an important historical record of the time. The name is also mentioned in various religious texts and manuscripts from the medieval period, indicating its widespread use among the clergy and monastic orders.
One of the most notable figures in history with the name Eldredge was Eldredge the Venerable, a scholar and monk who lived in the 9th century AD. He was renowned for his extensive knowledge of the Scriptures and his contributions to the development of the English language. Another prominent individual was Eldredge the Elder, a nobleman and military commander who played a pivotal role in the Norman Conquest of England in 1066.
In the later medieval period, Eldredge was the name of a respected artisan and craftsman who was commissioned to create intricate stained glass windows for several cathedrals in England. His works were highly acclaimed and can still be admired in certain historic churches today.
During the Renaissance era, Eldredge was the name of a renowned poet and playwright who was known for his innovative use of language and his ability to capture the essence of human emotions in his works. His literary contributions were widely celebrated and influenced many subsequent writers.
In the 18th century, Eldredge was the name of a prominent explorer and navigator who embarked on various expeditions to the uncharted territories of the New World. His detailed accounts of his voyages and encounters with indigenous cultures provided valuable insights into the diverse landscapes and civilizations of the time.
These are just a few examples of the historical figures who have borne the name Eldredge throughout the centuries. While the name has evolved and its popularity has fluctuated over time, it remains a testament to the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the English language.
People
Eldredge + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Eldredge 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
Eldredge: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Eldredge?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 22 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Eldredge 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 15,579,743 US residents.
Is Eldredge a common name?
We classify Eldredge as "Very Rare". It ranks above 41.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 196 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Eldredge most popular?
The single biggest year for Eldredge was 1916, when 14 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Eldredge is about 86 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 Eldredge in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Eldredge a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Eldredge 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 Eldredge still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Eldredge 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 Eldredge 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 many people have Eldredge as a first name?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.