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Eldon
BoyEnglish, Old English· “from an English place name, Ella's hill”
- Meaning
- from an English place name, Ella's hill
- Origin
- English, Old English
- Pronunciation
- EL-dun
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #2,311
- US babies 2025
- 60
- Best rank
- #209 (1927)
- Peak year
- 1926
Meaning and origin of Eldon
Eldon is an English and Old English name that is usually said to mean “from an English place name, Ella's hill”.
Eldon is an English surname and place name, from a location in County Durham. The name is usually explained as Old English "Ella's hill," from the personal name Ella and dun, "hill." Lord Eldon, the Lord Chancellor of Great Britain in the early nineteenth century, took his title from the place, and the name spread as a first name in English-speaking countries. It is said EL-dun. Related names include Elden and Elton. With its two syllables and old-fashioned air, it sits well with vintage revivals such as Walter and Arthur. Eli and Don can serve as friendly nicknames.
Popularity over time
Eldon first appears in US Social Security records in 1881. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 95 different years, starting in 1881. Its best national rank was #209 in 1927, and the most babies received it in 1926, when 647 were named Eldon. In 2025, 60 babies were named Eldon, and it ranked #2,311 nationally. Its use has been fairly steady over the past decade.
Its national rank moved from #243 in 1920, #395 in 1950, #1,025 in 1980, #2,179 in 2000, #2,750 in 2010, and #2,311 in 2025. Of the 26,102 US boys named Eldon since records began, 23% were born in the 1920s, its biggest decade. The 1930s come next, with 5,282 babies. Since 2010, 948 more have been named Eldon.
Other boys' names that peaked around the same time include Loyd, Burton, Irwin, Merle, and Elvin.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Eldon ranked highest in Washington, Illinois, and California.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | #929 | 6 |
| Illinois | #1347 | 5 |
| California | #2268 | 6 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for boys.
Eldon is usually pronounced EL-dun, with two syllables. It has five letters, starts with E and ends in “-on”.
Middle names for Eldon
A few middle names that flow with Eldon: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Eldon
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Eldon mean?
Eldon is an English and Old English name that is usually said to mean “from an English place name, Ella's hill”.
What is the origin of the name Eldon?
Eldon has English and Old English roots. Eldon is an English surname and place name, from a location in County Durham.
Is Eldon a popular name?
Not especially. Eldon ranked #2,311 in the US in 2025, which puts it outside the top 1,000.
Is Eldon a boy or girl name?
Eldon is mainly a boy's name. In the US it is used almost only for boys.
How do you pronounce Eldon?
Eldon is usually pronounced EL-dun. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings