Elkan Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Elkan Name at a Glance

Name	Elkan
Meaning	Variant of Elkanah: God creates.
Origin	Hebrew
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Elkan Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Elkan means “Variant of Elkanah: God creates”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Elkan Name Origin

Our database records Elkan under Hebrew origin. Browse more Hebrew baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Elkan a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Elkan is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Elkan

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