Elvis

Meaning unknown

Elvis Origin and Meaning

The name Elvis is a boy's name of Scandinavian origin.

When the King was alive, and for years afterwards, few people (except Declan McManus who became Elvis Costello) dared use his singular name, but now it's very much up for grabs.

The name Elvis is connected to the Irish Ailbhe, and the Irish saint of that name is also known as Elvis of Munster.

There is also evidence that the name may originate from the old English Helwise, which in turn led to the surname Elwes.

Elvis was the middle name of the singer's dad, Vernon. Anthony Perkins, a big Elvis fan, gave the name to his now grown son in 1976. Other aficionados, such as Cindy Crawford, have opted for the surname Presley.

Elvis Rank in US Top 1000

# 904 in the US

Elvis Rank in Nameberry Top 1000

# 1475 on Nameberry

Popularity of the name Elvis

• 1475 Nameberry 2025
• 260 Unique 2023
• 878 England 2023

20 Names Similar to Elvis

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Famous People Named Elvis

• Elvis Aaron Presley American music legend ("The King")
• Elvis Costello (born Declan MacManus) British singer,songwriter
• Elvis Perkins American singer,songwriter; son of actor Anthony Perkins
• Elvis Stojko Canadian figure skater
• Elvis Kool Dumervil American NFL football player
• Elvis Jacob Stahr 6th U.S. Secretary of the Army
• Elvis Grbac American NFL football player
• Vernon Elvis Presley father of Elvis Presley
• Elvis Akerlund son of Swedish director Jonas Akerlund
• Elvis Duran American radio personality

The name Elvis in Pop Culture

• Elvis Brasher character on TV's "Kate Brasher"
• Elvis character on TV's "The Lottery"
• Elvis Younger half brother to Jesse in The movie "Free Willy 2 The Adventure Home