Elianna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Elianna is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'God has answered' or 'God is gracious'. It has evolved from historical forms like Eliana and Eli, reflecting traits of grace and kindness. Although it lacks biblical relevance, it has gained popularity in modern contexts as a melodic and elegant name.
The name Elianna is most popular in Arizona, 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 relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Elianna has been stalled for female in MidWest, too falling 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, 'Elianna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5660th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1166th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 439th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Elianna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Elianna"
Pronunciation
/ˌiːliˈænə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Elianna is derived from the Hebrew elements 'El', meaning 'God', and 'Ana', meaning 'answered' or 'gracious'. Together, they convey the meaning 'God has answered' or 'God is gracious'.
Meaning
God has answered, God is gracious
Language Evolution
Elianna, Eliana, Eli
Historical Usage
Elianna has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly as a feminine name in English-speaking countries, often due to its melodic quality and spiritual meaning.
Variants & Derivatives
Eliana, Eli, Ellie
Modern Popularity & Image
Elianna is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with kindness and grace. It has a growing popularity among parents seeking unique yet meaningful names for their daughters.
Famous People
Elianna De Leon (notable figure in arts), Elianna Kauffman (emerging social media influencer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Elianna"
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 "Elianna"
"Elianna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5660th of 27321 | 232 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1166th of 35406 | 3,160 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 439th of 30306 | 8,687 |
Regional Popularity of "Elianna" 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 "Elianna" 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) |
- |
91.44% 4092nd/4475 |
- |
45.02% 2844th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
24.81% 1137th/4582 |
19.40% 1002nd/5164 |
19.28% 1410th/7313 |
12.69% 947th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
14.01% 558th/3984 |
8.76% 393rd/4487 |
7.61% 519th/6822 |
5.24% 329th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Elianna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Elianna" 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.