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Elon

♂ Boy

Pronounced EE-lon /ˈiː.lɒn/Low

Meaning: Oak tree, strong as an oakLow

In 30 seconds: Elon is a Hebrew name meaning oak tree, appearing in the Old Testament as the name of a judge of Israel. The oak is a symbol of strength and endurance in many cultures, making this a quietly powerful name.
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Origin LowHebrew
MeaningOak tree, strong as an oak
U.S. rank (2025)#1780 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births90 boys (0.01% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2021
Total births (all-time)≈ 3,118

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202118852025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Elon is a Hebrew name meaning oak tree, from the root allon or elon. It appears in the Old Testament as the name of a judge of Israel (Judges 12:11). It has been used in Jewish and Israeli communities.

Elon has gained enormous name recognition through entrepreneur Elon Musk, making it one of the most recognizable Hebrew names in the contemporary United States.

Did you know? Elon ben Zebulun was a judge of Israel who served for ten years (Judges 12:11-12). The name Elon has gained massive contemporary recognition through entrepreneur Elon Musk, though the name long predates him.
Overall data confidence 90%
Behind the Name: Elon

Variations

EllonAlon

Nicknames

El

Famous Bearers

  • ★Elon Musk (1971-present)
    South African-born entrepreneur and CEO of Tesla and SpaceX

If you like Elon…

Orin— Similar Hebrew name of same feel
Asher— Hebrew happy name of same biblical tradition
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Frequently Asked

What does Elon mean?

Elon means oak tree in Hebrew, from the root elon/allon meaning a strong, towering oak.

Is Elon a biblical name?

Yes, Elon ben Zebulun was a judge of Israel mentioned in Judges 12:11-12.

How do you pronounce Elon?

Elon is pronounced EE-lon with two syllables.

What names are similar to Elon?

Similar Hebrew names include Alon, Asher, and Orin.

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