All about the name
Elvis
Female
« Elvis is of American origin, meaning 'strong-willed' or 'eminent', derived from Germanic roots 'ead' (wealth) and 'weard' (guardian). Popularized by Elvis Presley, the singer-songwriter known as 'the King of Rock and Roll', it has since become a global name choice for boys. »
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since 1900
Meaning, origin, history
Elvis is a popular given name of American origin. It means "strong-willed" or "eminent". The name is derived from the Germanic name Eadweard, which consists of the elements 'ead' meaning wealth or prosperity and 'weard' meaning guardian.
The use of Elvis as a first name became popular in the mid-20th century due to the influence of Elvis Presley, the famous American singer-songwriter often referred to as "the King of Rock and Roll". However, its usage predates his fame. In the United States, Elvis was among the top 1000 most popular boys' names between 1900 and 1940 before declining in popularity during the late 1940s.
Today, Elvis continues to be used as a given name for boys worldwide, with its highest popularity being in countries like Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, and the United States. Despite its popularity being influenced by Elvis Presley's fame, it remains an enduring name choice due to its strong meaning and unique sound.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Elvis since 1880
Total births
152
Total since 1880
Peak year
1957
13 births
in 2007
6
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
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