Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Eliza.
National Rank (2025)
#115
All-Time Peak Rank
#85 (1880)
Total U.S. Births
70,569
Unisex Distribution0.3% Boy / 99.7% GirlBalance: Overwhelmingly Female
💡 The Eliza Vibe: This choice is considered a Modern Trend. A contemporary choice reflecting current cultural naming rhythms and popularity brackets.
📖 The Story Behind Eliza
According to SSA data, Eliza achieved its highest historical rank of #85 in 1880. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2021 with 2,484 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 29.1%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 146 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Eliza scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Stable
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+29.1% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record2,484Births in 2021
Years in Top 100
4yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
146Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:2,851
1890s:2,723
1900s:2,397
1910s:3,289
1920s:3,227
1930s:1,817
1940s:1,391
1950s:1,057
1960s:1,007
1970s:1,725
1980s:2,774
1990s:4,750
2000s:9,608
2010s:17,726
2020s:14,227
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesE-li-za
Letter Count5 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: It is an isogram, meaning no two letters are repeated. Longer than 7.7% of SSA names. Starts with E, a letter used by only 3.9% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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