Children's names beginning with E

Are you looking for children's names starting with E? Then you've found the right place. Here you'll find one of the most comprehensive lists of girls' and boys' names starting with the letter E. Names beginning with E are very popular in Sweden and include classic Swedish names, modern alternatives and international favourites. Whether you're looking for a timeless name, a short and simple option, or something more unique, this list will give you plenty of inspirational suggestions. You'll also find unisex names, name trends and frequently asked questions about E-names.

Maiden name with an E

Here is a long list of girls' names starting with E, sorted in alphabetical order.

Name
Ebba
Edda
Edina
Edith
Edla
Eila
Eira
Eivor
Elaine
Elena
Eleonora
Elfrida
Elin
Elina
Elisa
Elise
Mrs Elisabeth
Ella
She
Ellen
Ellinor
Elly
Elma
Elna
Elsa
Elsie
River Eleven
Elvira
Emanuela
Emelie
Emilia
Emily
Emily
Emma
Emmelie
Emmy
Enya
Erica
Heather
Erina
Erla
Erna
Ernstina
Esmeralda
Essie
Estelle
Estrid
Ethel
Etna
Euphemia
Eugenia
Eulalia
Eunice
Eva
Evalotta
Evamaria
Evelina
Eveline
Evelyn
Evie
Evita
Eyra

Most popular girl names in E right now

  1. Emma
  2. Elsa
  3. Ebba
  4. Ellen
  5. Elin

Boys' names beginning with E

Here's a long list of boys' names starting with E, sorted in alphabetical order.

Name
Ed
Eddi
Eddie
Mr Edgar
Edin
Edit
Edmund
Edric
Edvard
Mr Edward
Edwin
Egil
Egon
Eilert
Einar
uno
Eirik
Eje
Ejnar
Eldar
Eleazar
Elijah
Mr Elian
Elijah
Elijah
Eliezer
Elijah
Elinor (unusual even for boys historically)
Ellert
Ellis
Mr Elmar
Elmer
Elon
Elvin
Elvis
Emanuel
Mr Emil
Emilian
Emilio
Emir
Emory
Enar
Enes
Mr Engelbert
Enis
Enoch
Enrico
Enrique
Enzo
Ephraim
Eray
Mr Eric
Erich
Mr Erik
Erkan
Erland
Erling
Ernesto
Erni
seriousness
Ervin
Mr Erwin
Mr Esaias
Eskil
Esko
Esmer
aspen
Esref
Essam
Essien
Esteban
Mr Etienne
Eugene
Evald
Evan
Evander
Evert
Evin
Ezra

Most popular boy names in E right now

  1. Elijah
  2. Mr Emil
  3. Mr Erik
  4. Elton
  5. Edvin

Unisex name on E

  • Eden
  • Elijah
  • Eli
  • Elvan
  • Emery
  • Enis
  • Ezra

Trends for names of E

E names are among the most popular children's names in Sweden and have an obvious place in the top lists year after year. Classic names like Emma, Elsa, Elijah and Mr Emil continue to be obvious favourites among Swedish parents because they feel both timeless and easy to combine with other names. At the same time, there is growing interest in modern and international E-names such as Elton, Enzo, Evelyn and Eliana, which works well in both Swedish and international contexts.

Another clear trend is that many people want to choose more unique yet melodious options. Names like Estrid, Eira, Eskil and Egon have enjoyed a renaissance and are recognised for their Nordic roots and historical connections. This combination of tradition and innovation makes E names attractive to both those who want to be confident in their choice of name and those who want to find something more unusual.

It is also noticeable that short names of E are increasing in popularity. Names like Eli, Enar and Evy have a simple and modern expression, while being perceived as strong and stylish. Parents often look for names that are easy to pronounce internationally but still have strong roots in Swedish naming culture, which means that E-names continue to be at the top among both girls and boys.

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Frequently asked questions about children's names in E

What are the most popular E-names in Sweden?

The most popular girls' names for E are Emma, Elsa and Ebba, while Elias, Emil and Erik are the most common boys' names.

What unique e-names are there?

Among the more unique names for E are Estrid, Eira, Enar and Esaias. These names have strong Nordic connections and are less commonly used, making them particularly interesting for parents who want to find something unusual but beautiful.

Are e-names internationally recognisable?

Yes, many E-names are internationally recognisable. Examples include Elias, Enzo, Evelyn and Ella, which work well in both Swedish and English and are popular in many countries.

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This blog post is written by

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Matilda is one of our nanny coordinators at Hey Kiddo. She makes sure that your child is in safe hands. She also has a broad knowledge of childcare and a passion for writing and creativity. That's why she regularly produces tips and other useful information on childcare.

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