Eleana Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
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 of "Eleana"
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
📊 Eleana Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Eleana Name Meaning & Significance
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
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Eleana"
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 "Eleana"
"Eleana" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Regional Popularity of "Eleana" 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 "Eleana" 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) |
- |
74.32% 3326th/4475 |
76.32% 3964th/5194 |
53.57% 3384th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
59.74% 3085th/5164 |
59.57% 4356th/7313 |
40.20% 3000th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
43.30% 2954th/6822 |
49.41% 3101st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Eleana"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Eleana" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Eleana" in the United States
The name Eleana is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West 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, Eleana has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled 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, 'Eleana' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6442nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5456th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5855th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6511th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5017th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3839th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3567th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Eleana' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.