Eliana Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Eliana has its roots in Hebrew, meaning 'My God has answered'. Its historical forms include Elianah and Eliana. The name conveys traits of hope and divine connection. There is no notable biblical relevance associated with it. Eliana has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in Hebrew-speaking communities and in cultures influenced by Hebrew names.

The name Eliana is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been consistently rising. 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, Eliana has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, too falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Eliana' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12331st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24088th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 18083rd out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9454th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4019th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1057th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 288th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 57th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Eliana' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Eliana"

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Pronunciation

/ˌɛliˈɑːnə/

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Origin

Hebrew

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Etymology

The name Eliana is derived from the Hebrew elements 'El' meaning 'God' and 'ana' meaning 'answered'. Therefore, it translates to 'My God has answered'.

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Meaning

My God has answered

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Language Evolution

Eliana, Elianah, Eliana

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Historical Usage

Eliana has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly among Hebrew-speaking communities and in various cultures influenced by Hebrew names.

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Variants & Derivatives

Elian, Eliane, Liana

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Modern Popularity & Image

Eliana is perceived as a beautiful, melodic name that conveys a sense of hope and divine connection. It is favored for its lyrical quality and spiritual connotation.

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Famous People

Eliana Johnson - American journalist, Eliana Ghen - Brazilian professional dancer

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Eliana"

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 "Eliana"

"Eliana" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 12331st of 16616 17
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 24088th of 24088 5
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 18083rd of 23106 15
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 9454th of 12526 18
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 4019th of 19264 243
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 1057th of 27321 2,574
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 288th of 35406 17,773
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 57th of 30306 47,250

Regional Popularity of "Eliana" 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)
- - - 63.94%
4039th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

Regional Popularity of "Eliana" 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)
- 63.25%
2203rd/3483
95.37%
3355th/3518
78.14%
3160th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
41.63%
1534th/3685
17.23%
771st/4475
25.01%
1299th/5194
10.91%
689th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
6.53%
299th/4582
4.55%
235th/5164
4.80%
351st/7313
3.36%
251st/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
2.03%
81st/3984
1.27%
57th/4487
1.03%
70th/6822
0.70%
44th/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Eliana"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Eliana" 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.