Elana Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Elana is a Hebrew name meaning 'oak tree'. It has evolved from its original form in Hebrew and is associated with strength and resilience. The name has gained popularity particularly in the 20th century and is perceived as modern and elegant today. It has no biblical relevance but is linked to nature. Notable people with this name include Elana Meyer and Elana Kagan.
The name Elana is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Elana has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Elana' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4250th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1664th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1229th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1166th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1297th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1690th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Elana' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Elana"
Pronunciation
/ɪˈlɑːnə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Elana is derived from the Hebrew name 'Elana', which means 'oak tree'. The name is often associated with strength and resilience, reflecting the characteristics of the oak tree.
Meaning
oak tree
Language Evolution
Elana, Elana (Hebrew)
Historical Usage
Elana gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in Jewish communities and among those seeking names with nature-related meanings.
Variants & Derivatives
Elana, Elena, Alana
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Elana is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often favored for its nature-related meaning and melodic sound.
Famous People
Elana Meyer, a South African long-distance runner, Elana Kagan, an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Elana"
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 of "Elana"
"Elana" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4250th of 9204 | 81 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1664th of 12526 | 760 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1229th of 19264 | 1,487 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1166th of 27321 | 2,252 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1297th of 35406 | 2,693 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1690th of 30306 | 1,536 |
Regional Popularity of "Elana" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Elana" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
52.99% 1180th/2227 |
57.12% 1388th/2430 |
70.66% 2016th/2853 |
48.86% 1356th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
45.22% 1328th/2937 |
20.79% 724th/3483 |
65.04% 2288th/3518 |
33.09% 1338th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
33.92% 1250th/3685 |
13.99% 626th/4475 |
33.65% 1748th/5194 |
22.07% 1394th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
26.08% 1195th/4582 |
18.01% 930th/5164 |
20.55% 1503rd/7313 |
24.99% 1865th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
41.62% 1658th/3984 |
33.63% 1509th/4487 |
23.82% 1625th/6822 |
35.80% 2247th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Elana"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Elana" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.