Elek
Gender: Boy
Meaning: She, her; bright light
Origin: French
Popularity: Ranked #11042 in 2025 with 6 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Elle. Shares the meaning 'She, her; bright light.'
Similar names: eleah, elle, ellea, elektra, elea, eleen, eleena, eleia
Name length: 4 letters
How common is Elek? About 1 in 554,750 babies born in 2025 were named Elek, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Elek
What does the name Elek mean?
Elek means “She, her; bright light” from French roots.
What is the origin of the name Elek?
Elek has French origin. The traditional meaning is “She, her; bright light”.
How popular is Elek?
Elek ranked #10695 in 2025 — given to 6 babies that year.
When was Elek most popular?
Elek peaked in 2004 with 14 babies registered that year.
Is Elek a boy or girl name?
Elek is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Eleks in registered births are male.
Is the name Elek rising or falling in popularity?
Elek has fallen 792 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #9903 in 2020 to #10695 in 2025.
How long has Elek been recorded?
Elek appears in birth records across 26 years — from 1996 through 2025.