God's kin or little Elias
Elkin is a rare surname-turned-first name with multiple possible roots. It is often considered a medieval diminutive of Elias or Elkanah, or a Hebrew-derived name meaning 'God's kin'. In some contexts, it may also relate to the Germanic name Alcuin.
About 14 boys were named Elkin in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Influential British publisher and co-founder of the Bodley Head
Colombian professional footballer
