God
In Semitic languages, El is a root word for 'God' or 'deity.' It appears frequently as a suffix or prefix in Hebrew names like Daniel or Elijah. As a standalone name, it is extremely rare and carries a minimalist, spiritual weight.
Less common today
El isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,580 in 1991.
American R&B singer and lead singer of the family group DeBarge
The protagonist also known as Eleven · Stranger Things
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
