All about the name EL

Meaning, origin, history.

El is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning "God is my light." It is derived from the Hebrew word "El," which means "god" or "godlike." The name El has been used for centuries and is often found in the Bible, where it is associated with various figures such as El the patriarch of Deborah and Barak, and El the father of Jacob's wives Leah and Rachel. Throughout history, El has been a popular choice among parents looking for a name that combines strength and simplicity. It is also a unisex name, meaning it can be given to both boys and girls.

See also

Jewish

Popularity of the name EL since 1880.

Number of births per year since 1880.

Here are some interesting statistics about the name El:

Each year from 1928 to 1947, there were a total of 38 babies born with the name El in the United States.

The years with the highest number of births for this name were 1930 and 1931, with 6 and 5 births respectively. However, these numbers may not be representative of all babies named El during those years, as some parents might have chosen to give their children unique names without reporting them.

In contrast, the years with the lowest number of births for this name were 1928 and 1947, both with only 5 births each. This could indicate a preference among parents at that time for more traditional or popular names.

Overall, these statistics provide insight into the popularity and distribution of the name El over time in the United States during those years. Despite its relatively low occurrence compared to other names, it is clear that there has been some consistent usage of this name throughout the decades.

Name variation EL.