Elster

Q: What is the origin of Elster?

Elster is of German origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Elster?

According to the latest SSA data, Elster is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Elster a boy name?

Elster is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Magpie"

German surname meaning magpie and also a river name in England, occasionally used as a given name in surname-transfer contexts.

Themes:magpiegermantoponymsurnameunisex

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Popularity History of Elster

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Unranked

Elster did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Elster Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Elster.

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elsy

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elst

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ster

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tery

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stey

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Baby Name Lists That Include Elster

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Elster mean?

Elster means "Magpie". German surname meaning magpie and also a river name in England, occasionally used as a given name in surname-transfer co

What is the origin of Elster?

Elster is of German origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Elster?

According to the latest SSA data, Elster is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Elster a boy name?

Elster is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Elster?

Popular nicknames for Elster include elsy, elst, ster, el, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Elster?

There are many names similar to Elster in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginGerman, English

Syllables2

Length6 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withE

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Alois Aloys Alter Anzel Almin

Sisters

Annamarie Annelise Anneliese Analiese Annalie

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