Girl · 3839th of 35,406
Eleana
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
1,649
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2023
Peak Popularity Year
55
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Eleana stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Eleana has Greek origins, meaning 'light' or 'bright.' It evolved from the name Helena through various forms before becoming popular in its current variant. The name is often associated with positive traits such as grace and brightness, though it does not have a biblical background.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ɛlˈiːnə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Eleana is derived from the Greek name 'Elena,' which is related to the word 'helios,' meaning 'sun.' It is often associated with the concept of brightness and shining light.
Meaning
light, bright, shining
Language Evolution
Helena, Elena, Eleana
Historical Usage
Eleana gained popularity in various cultures as a variant of Elena in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Elena, Helena, Lena, Elle
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Eleana is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with grace and beauty.
Famous People
Eleana K. H. O'Brien, contemporary artist, Eleana T. Vasiliev, accomplished writer
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 55 peak births in 2023
Geographic Spread
Popular across 11 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 7 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 6442nd of 9107 | 23 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5456th of 9204 | 42 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5855th of 12526 | 80 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6511th of 19264 | 111 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5017th of 27321 | 276 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3839th of 35406 | 591 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3567th of 30306 | 526 |