Girl · 439th of 30,306
Elianna
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
12,084
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2024
Peak Popularity Year
1,213
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Elianna 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
Elianna is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'God has answered' or 'God is gracious'. It has evolved from historical forms like Eliana and Eli, reflecting traits of grace and kindness. Although it lacks biblical relevance, it has gained popularity in modern contexts as a melodic and elegant name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˌiːliˈænə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Elianna is derived from the Hebrew elements 'El', meaning 'God', and 'Ana', meaning 'answered' or 'gracious'. Together, they convey the meaning 'God has answered' or 'God is gracious'.
Meaning
God has answered, God is gracious
Language Evolution
Elianna, Eliana, Eli
Historical Usage
Elianna has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly as a feminine name in English-speaking countries, often due to its melodic quality and spiritual meaning.
Variants & Derivatives
Eliana, Eli, Ellie
Modern Popularity & Image
Elianna is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with kindness and grace. It has a growing popularity among parents seeking unique yet meaningful names for their daughters.
Famous People
Elianna De Leon (notable figure in arts), Elianna Kauffman (emerging social media influencer)
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Rising
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,213 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 45 US states, with strongest presence in Arizona
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 11 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 4 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5660th of 27321 | 232 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1166th of 35406 | 3,160 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 439th of 30306 | 8,687 |