Elridge Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Elridge is an Old English name meaning 'old ruler' or 'wise ruler.' It evolved from historical forms like Aeldric and Eldric. The name conveys traits of wisdom and authority, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained some popularity during the medieval period and has remained relatively uncommon in modern times.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Elridge"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛl.rɪdʒ/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Elridge is derived from the Old English elements 'aeld,' meaning 'old,' and 'ric,' meaning 'power' or 'ruler.' Thus, it can be interpreted as 'old ruler' or 'wise ruler.'
Meaning
old ruler, wise ruler
Language Evolution
Aeldric, Eldric, Elridge
Historical Usage
The name Elridge became more prominent in England during the medieval period as surnames began to evolve into given names. It has seen fluctuating popularity over the centuries.
Variants & Derivatives
Eldridge, Elric, Eldric
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Elridge is considered an uncommon name, often viewed with a sense of tradition and historical significance, appealing to those interested in classic names.
Famous People
Eldridge Cleaver, Eldridge Reeves Johnson
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Boy Name Trend
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 19 peak births in 1925
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Louisiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Elridge"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Elridge"
"Elridge" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2574th of 7545 | 162 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2716th of 6773 | 144 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3402nd of 7552 | 108 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7574th of 10718 | 21 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Elridge" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
61.03% 1444th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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64.56% 1519th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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74.55% 2127th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Elridge" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Elridge"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Elridge" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Elridge" in the United States
The name Elridge is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Elridge has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Elridge' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2574th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2716th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3402nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7574th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Discover how the name 'Elridge' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.