Elani Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Elani is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'oak tree', which symbolizes strength and stability. The name has evolved from 'Elan' in Hebrew to modern usage as 'Elani'. It is viewed positively in contemporary culture, often linked to creativity and uniqueness. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
The name Elani is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South 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, Elani has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too 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, 'Elani' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10374th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4297th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1663rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Elani' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Elani"
Pronunciation
/ɛˈlɑːni/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Elani is derived from the Hebrew word 'Elan', which means 'oak tree'. The name signifies strength and stability.
Meaning
oak tree, strength, stability
Language Evolution
Elan (Hebrew), Elani (modern usage)
Historical Usage
Elani has gained popularity in recent years as a unique and modern name, often chosen for its melodic sound and positive connotations.
Variants & Derivatives
Elan, Elana, Elaniyah
Modern Popularity & Image
Elani is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Elani Flanders, a contemporary artist, Elani K. K. L. M. a social media influencer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Elani"
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 "Elani"
"Elani" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 10374th of 27321 | 89 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4297th of 35406 | 508 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1663rd of 30306 | 1,566 |
Regional Popularity of "Elani" 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 "Elani" by Generation for Female 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) |
- |
55.17% 2849th/5164 |
52.78% 3860th/7313 |
44.82% 3345th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
46.06% 1835th/3984 |
39.05% 1752nd/4487 |
20.20% 1378th/6822 |
26.24% 1647th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Elani"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Elani" 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.