Will my child share the name Elektra with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 10 UK babies named Elektra per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Elektra in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Elektra becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Elektra is declining: down 666 places since 2020, to #2,605 in 2025. It peaked at #1,296 in 2007.

Is Elektra a good choice for a distinctive name?

Elektra is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Elektra a popular baby name in the United States?

Elektra does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Elektra is a distinctive choice, ranked #2605 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Elektra in their class.

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About the Name Elektra

Elektra has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 1380 places in five years. It was most popular in 2007 at #1296 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a regular feature in UK records since 2003.

Elektra is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Elektra in their class.