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Elgin

Elgin is a unisex name of Turkish origin meaning “stranger.” In 2024 it was given to 10 babies in the United States.

Elgin at a glance

Gender
Unisex name
Origin
Turkish
Meaning
“stranger”
Pronunciation
/ˈɛlɡɪn/

About the name Elgin

Elgin belongs to the Turkish tradition. Its meaning — “stranger” — is the sense carried by its Turkish roots, and it is the meaning we verified against published sources for this page.

In the United States, Elgin first appears in Social Security records in 1886 and has been given to 3,995 babies since 1880, including 10 in 2024.

Elgin in US records

First recorded (US)
1886
Babies named Elgin in 2024
10
Total since 1880
3,995

Elgin in England & Wales records

First recorded (since 1996)
2011
Babies named Elgin in 2011
4
Total since 1996
4

Similar names

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Elgin mean?

Elgin means “stranger” in its Turkish roots. We check every meaning against published sources before it appears here.

Is Elgin a boy or girl name?

Elgin is a unisex name. In 2024, 10 babies received the name in the US.

What origin is the name Elgin?

Elgin comes from the Turkish tradition.

How popular is the name Elgin?

Elgin is uncommon in US records — it first appears in 1886 and has been given to 3,995 babies since 1880.

How do you pronounce Elgin?

Elgin is pronounced /ˈɛlɡɪn/ (IPA).

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