Eldon

Meaning from the old hill
Origin English
Gender Boy
Popularity Moderate
Length 5
Syllables 2
Syllabification El-don

About Eldon

Eldon presents a vintage treasure experiencing well-deserved rediscovery by discerning parents. This name offers distinguished charm without pretension, combining old-fashioned appeal with surprisingly modern sensibilities. The two syllables flow smoothly, creating a name that's easy to say yet substantial enough to carry weight throughout life. Eldon suits various personalities and professions, adapting gracefully whether its bearer becomes an artist, engineer, teacher, or entrepreneur. The name suggests reliability and integrity, qualities built into its solid, no-nonsense structure. It's uncommon enough to feel special yet not so unusual that it becomes a burden or constant source of explanation. Eldon photographs beautifully in formal announcements and looks professional on business cards decades later. The absence of trendy elements means it won't date itself to a particular era, maintaining timeless relevance regardless of changing fashions. Parents choosing Eldon demonstrate appreciation for names with history and character over flash and temporary popularity. It pairs wonderfully with both classic and contemporary middle names, offering flexibility in creating the perfect full name combination. For those seeking something distinguished and enduring without being stuffy or overly common, Eldon provides exactly that sweet spot.

Variations of Name Eldon

Elton
Elliott
Elvis
Elvin
Elias

Nicknames for Eldon

El
Don
Eld
Eldy
Donny
Eldon

Famous People Named Eldon

Eldon BargewellU.S. Army Special Forces officer
Eldon DediniAmerican cartoonist
Eldon HokeEl Duce - Lead vocalist of The Mentors
Eldon JoerszRetired U.S. Air Force officer and pilot
Eldon A. MainyuZimbabwean painter and sculptor
Eldon MatsunagaAmerican politician and lawyer
Eldon MillerFormer college basketball coach
Eldon RuddAustralian politician
Eldon S. BargewellU.S. Army soldier and Medal of Honor recipient
Eldon ShamblinAmerican guitarist

Characters Named Eldon

Eldon Worple"Harry Potter" series by J.K. Rowling
Eldon PerryCharacter in the film "Dark Blue" portrayed by Kurt Russell
Eldon ChanceProtagonist of the TV series "Chance"
Eldon StyneCharacter in the TV series "Supernatural"
EldonCharacter in the novel "Leota's Garden" by Francine Rivers
Eldon TollettCharacter in the TV series "Orange Is the New Black"
Eldon McCainCharacter in the TV series "Heartland"
Eldon PeckCharacter in the TV series "The Middle"
Eldon FurstmanCharacter in the TV series "Designing Women"

Other Popular Names Beginning with E

Edson
Emmet
Eren
Earl
Evren
Elio
Elias
Everette
Esdras
Evian