Find out how popular the first name Elvis has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Elvis by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Elvis is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 100% of people named Elvis being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 152 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Elvis.

The history of the first name Elvis

The name Elvis is of Old English origin, derived from the word "aelfwine," which means "elf friend." The name was popular in medieval England and was often spelled as "Alvis" or "Alvys." It is believed to have originated around the 7th or 8th century AD.

One of the earliest recorded references to the name Elvis can be found in the Domesday Book, a manuscript record of landholdings in England commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. The name appears as "Aluuinus," which was a common spelling variation at the time.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Elvis. One of the earliest was Elvis the Bald (c. 810-884), a Frankish monk and scholar who wrote extensively on grammar and theology. Another early figure was Elvis of Munster (c. 1000-1058), an Irish abbot and saint who founded several monasteries in Ireland.

In more recent times, the name gained widespread recognition due to the legendary American singer and actor Elvis Presley (1935-1977). Presley, often referred to as "The King of Rock and Roll," was a cultural icon whose influence on popular music and fashion was immense. His impact on the entertainment industry and popular culture cannot be overstated.

Other notable individuals with the name Elvis include Elvis Grbac (born 1970), a former American football quarterback who played in the NFL from 1994 to 2001, and Elvis Costello (born 1954), the British singer-songwriter known for hits like "Alison" and "Veronica."

Additionally, Elvis Stojko (born 1972) is a Canadian figure skater and two-time Olympic silver medalist, while Elvis Mitchell (born 1956) is an American film critic and former host of the public radio show "The Treatment."

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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