Elka name meaning
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What does Elka mean?
Rare girl name Elka has origin in Hebrew is used specifically in Swedish, Finnish, Danish, Icelandic and Polish languages. Elka is variation of cherished Elke. Elke is variation of unfading and darling Adelaide.
Also Elke is variation of Elike. Elke is short of Adelaide. Elke is form of Alka in Frisian and German languages. Rare Elke's origin is Old High German, Old Provençal and Germanic, meaning of Elke is "Of a Noble Kind, Of Noble Form and Happiness".
How do I pronounce Elka?
You can pronounce the two syllabled name Elka as e-lka. There are multiple ways to say the baby name, i.e., el-ka.
Variants of Elka
Elke, Adalheidis, Adaliz, Adelais, Adelaide, Elike, Alka
How popular is the name Elka?
Elka is an uncommon baby name in United States, even after 53 years of use, it could not make it big. Over 622 people have been named Elka in United States. In England and Wales, it is relatively new, first appeared in 2000.
But Elka is a popular baby name in Bulgaria where every 1 in 800 have the name. As per our research, over 20000 babies have been bestowed Elka around the globe.
| Year | Rank | Births |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 7601 | 14 |
| 2022 | 7996 | 13 |
| 2021 | 6368 | 18 |
| 2020 | 7186 | 15 |
| 2019 | 8118 | 13 |
| 2018 | 6512 | 18 |
| 2017 | 6035 | 20 |
| 2016 | 5978 | 21 |
| 2015 | 6029 | 21 |
| 2014 | 6445 | 19 |
Facts
Elka in Nordic countries
| Countries | Men | Women | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Name | Secondary Name | First Name | Secondary Name | |
 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 5 |
 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 4 |
 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 5 |
 | 1 | 0 | 12 | 0 |
What numerology tells about Elka?
You lack self-awareness and your conscience isn't clear. You can't stand being imprisoned by your feelings for someone. You would rather pretend that you don't have them. Having this letter as your capstone reveals your self-consumption and self-absorption. You believe that all living beings on this earth were born to enjoy and not kill ourselves from work to survive. You are courageous but stubborn when convinced you are doing things the right way.
Other names similar to Elka, for name hunters
- Rikard - Boy name Rikard is used specifically in Scandinavian and Old Norse which came from Germanic and Old High German, meaning of Rikard is "Rich or Brave"
- Wega - Girl name Wega is used especially in Frisian, Swedish and Danish, Wega means "Fight"
- Lüder - Used mainly in Low German and German, Lüder means "Folk or Army" is used for boys
- Roopi - Roopi's meaning is Name of a Gem is used chiefly in Hindi and Finnish is a gender insensitive name
- Stefanus - Commonly used in Norwegian, Swedish and Dutch, Stefanus aimed at baby boys, meaning of Stefanus is "The Crowned or The Crowned" is of Old Greek origin
Sibling Names for Elka
If you're looking for sibling names to go with the unique and beautiful name Elka, we've got you covered! Here are some suggestions for boy and girl names that complement Elka's charm and style. These names are sure to make a great match for your growing family.
Sister for Elka
Names for Elka's brother
- Erminia
- Ethelinda
- Adelia
- Alyss
- Adalgisa
- Hildegard
- Hedviga
- Adalyn
- Carlisa
- Carolee
- Berneta
- Idonea
- Hadwig
- Armeena
- Aubree
- Aleecia
Famous people named Elka
- Elka Todorova, researcher
- Elka Graham, Australian former competition swimmer
- Elka Walker in The Real World as
- Elka de Levie Levie's Elka was a Dutch Dutch gymnast.
- Elka Kerkhofs in short The Confession of Father John Thomas as Director
Lists having Elka
- Girl names beginning with E
- American Girl Names
- English Girl Names
- Hebrew Girl Names
- Danish Girl Names
- Finnish Girl Names
- Polish Girl Names
- Swedish Girl Names
- Baby Names that mean Noble
- Baby Names that mean Kind
- Baby Names that mean Luck
- Baby Names that mean Happiness
Sources
- Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html
- Office for National Statistics, https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/birthsdeathsandmarriages/livebirths