Girl · 179th of 30,306
Elliana
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
25,942
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2023
Peak Popularity Year
2,364
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Elliana 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
Elliana is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'God has answered'. It evolved from Eliana and has become popular in modern times. The name is associated with grace and divine favor, and it does not have a direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˌɛliˈɑːnə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Elliana is derived from the Hebrew name Eliana, which means 'God has answered' or 'God has responded'. It combines the elements 'El' meaning 'God' and 'ana' meaning 'answered'.
Meaning
God has answered
Language Evolution
Eliana, Elliana
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century and has become increasingly popular in the 21st century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Eliana, Ellie, Liana
Modern Popularity & Image
Elliana is viewed positively, often associated with qualities of grace and divine favor. It has gained popularity as a modern, feminine name.
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Rising
25-Year Trend:
Consistently Rising
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 2,364 peak births in 2023
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 4 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 3 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 10509th of 27321 | 87 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 745th of 35406 | 5,695 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 179th of 30306 | 20,160 |