Eleno Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Eleno is an Italian name derived from the Greek 'Helene', meaning 'light' or 'torch'. It has evolved through various forms, maintaining its associations with brightness. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name, and while it is not highly common, it carries a modern and positive image.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Eleno"
Pronunciation
/ɛˈlɛnoʊ/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
Eleno is derived from the Italian name 'Elena', which itself comes from the Greek name 'Helene', meaning 'torch' or 'light'.
Meaning
light, torch
Language Evolution
Helene (Greek), Elena (Italian), Eleno (Italian)
Historical Usage
Eleno has gained popularity in Italian-speaking regions and has been used as a given name for several centuries, often associated with the feminine form Elena.
Variants & Derivatives
Elena, Helen, Helena, Eli, Leno
Modern Popularity & Image
Eleno is seen as a unique and modern name, often associated with brightness and positivity due to its meaning related to light.
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 12 peak births in 1984
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Eleno"
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 "Eleno"
"Eleno" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3762nd of 7545 | 74 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3852nd of 6773 | 64 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3665th of 7552 | 90 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5236th of 10718 | 60 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5970th of 16616 | 106 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 12177th of 24088 | 55 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 18910th of 23106 | 12 |
Regional Popularity of "Eleno" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
57.82% 1368th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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68.25% 1606th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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50.40% 1438th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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55.91% 1967th/3518 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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54.91% 2852nd/5194 |
45.80% 2893rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Eleno" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Eleno"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Eleno" 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 "Eleno" in the United States
The name Eleno is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Eleno has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Eleno' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3762nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3852nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3665th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5236th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5970th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 12177th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 18910th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Eleno' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.