My oath
Elka is a diminutive form of Elizabeth, primarily used in Dutch, German, and Polish contexts. It shares the same Hebrew root meaning 'God is my oath,' representing a sense of divine promise or devotion. While rare in the United States, it offers a shorter, punchier alternative to traditional variants like Elsa or Eliza.
Less common today
Elka isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,023 in 2016.
Olympic freestyle swimmer from Australia
The sharp-tongued caretaker played by Betty White · Hot in Cleveland
Special effects makeup artist known for major film franchises
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
