UK name, mostly boys
Elvan
A feminine name of Turkish origin meaning "crimson, purple, vermilion, claret".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2017. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Also recorded as a girls' name in the UK, with 3 girls.
Elvan is mostly registered for boys in the UK records. People looking for Elvan popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2017 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4812, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2017, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2017 to 2017. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Elvan is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Elvan. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2018 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Elvan ranked #4812 for boys in England and Wales in 2017, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2017, when 3 boys were registered as Elvan.
- • Elvan is also recorded for girls, but the boys side is the larger UK variant in these records.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Elvan as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 50.0% of Elvan registrations are for boys.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4812
2017
Births in 2017
3
Latest year
Peak year
2017
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Elvan
In England and Wales birth records, Elvan has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 50.0% of registrations are for boys and 50.0% are for girls.
These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.
Elvan registered for boys
- Ranked #4,812 in 2017
- 3 boys registered in 2017
- Peak: 2017 (3 births)
Elvan registered for girls
- Ranked #5,765 in 2017
- 3 girls registered in 2017
- Peak: 2017 (3 births)
Meaning
What does Elvan mean?
The name Elvan is believed to have originated from the Turkish language, where it is a unisex name. Its roots can be traced back to the 11th century Seljuk Empire, which ruled over a vast region spanning parts of present-day Turkey, Iran, and Central Asia.
In Turkish, the name Elvan is derived from the word "elvan," which means "colorful" or "variegated." This linguistic connection suggests that the name was likely given to individuals with a vibrant or multi-faceted personality or appearance.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Elvan can be found in the Ottoman Empire's administrative records from the 16th century. During this period, the name was primarily used by members of the ruling elite and aristocracy.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Elvan. One such figure was Elvan Abeylegesse, an accomplished Turkish athlete who competed in long-distance running events. Born in 1982, she won silver medals in the 5000m and 10,000m races at the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens.
Another prominent Elvan was Elvan Şahin, a Turkish politician and lawyer who served as a member of the Grand National Assembly of Turkey from 2011 to 2015. Born in 1975, she was an advocate for women's rights and social justice issues.
In the realm of literature, Elvan Abadan, a Turkish sociologist and author, made significant contributions to the study of migration and urbanization. Born in 1923, her works explored the social dynamics and challenges faced by rural-to-urban migrants in Turkey.
Elvan Zabunyan, an art historian and curator born in 1973, has gained recognition for her work on contemporary art and critical theory. Her publications and exhibitions have explored themes of identity, diaspora, and postcolonial discourse.
Lastly, Elvan Gökçe, a Turkish actress and model born in 1987, has garnered popularity for her roles in various television series and films, showcasing her talent in the entertainment industry.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Elvan throughout history, each leaving their mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of cultural and intellectual endeavors.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Elvan by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Elvan was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4812 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Elvan
- Ethan 77,394
- Edward 53,212
- Elliot 23,450
- Elijah 22,369
- Ellis 19,358
- Elliott 16,964
- Evan 14,535
- Ezra 11,838
- Ewan 10,685
- Eli 8,126
- Elias 7,049
- Eric 6,654
FAQ
Elvan: questions and answers
How popular is the name Elvan in the UK right now?
In 2017, Elvan was ranked #4812 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Elvan most popular?
The peak year on record was 2017, with 3 babies registered as Elvan in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Elvan?
A feminine name of Turkish origin meaning "crimson, purple, vermilion, claret".
How many people are called Elvan in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Elvan across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.