Feminine dossier · first seen 1880
Elmira
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1921
Peak births
122
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
Quick answers about Elmira
How many people are named Elmira?
An estimated 802 living Americans are named Elmira.
How rare is Elmira?
Elmira is very rare among babies today, with 11 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 91% from its 1921 peak.
How old is the typical Elmira?
The median age of a living American named Elmira is approximately 65 years, with most bearers falling between 39 and 75 years old.
Is Elmira still popular?
Yes. Elmira is holding steady, with 11 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
Where is Elmira most common?
Elmira has its strongest geographic signal in Louisiana, where it appears 3.5× more often than the national baseline.
1880Peak 19212025
Peak year
1921
Decline from peak
91%
2025
11
All-time
4,360