Eldredge is a unique and historic given name of English origin, derived from Old English elements 'æld' meaning 'old', and 'rēod' signifying 'council'. It was popular during the Middle Ages but has since become quite rare. Eldredge is also associated with the noble English family who held lands in Devon and Cornwall, known as the Eldredges of Eldred.
The name Eldredge experienced fluctuations in popularity throughout the years from 1913 to 1957, with a total of 196 recorded births during this period. The highest number of births in a single year was 14 in 1916, while there were several years with only 5 births each, including 1920, 1933, 1937, 1945, and 1956. The most recent year listed shows a decline in popularity for the name Eldredge.