Ellena Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ellena is rooted in Greek, derived from Helenē, meaning 'light' or 'torch'. It has evolved through several languages, including Latin and Italian. The name reflects qualities of brightness and beauty, and while it does not have biblical significance, it has a rich historical context through mythology. It is currently viewed positively and is gaining popularity, with variants like Elena and Helena widely recognized.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ellena"
Pronunciation
/ɪˈlɛnə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Ellena is derived from the Greek name 'Helenē', which is associated with the Greek word 'helene' meaning 'torch' or 'light'.
Meaning
light, torch
Language Evolution
Helenē (Ancient Greek), Elena (Italian, Spanish), Helena (Latin)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in various cultures due to the influence of the story of Helen of Troy in ancient Greek mythology, and it has been used in literature and art throughout history.
Variants & Derivatives
Elena, Helena, Ellen, Elle
Modern Popularity & Image
Ellena is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with light and beauty, and has seen a rise in popularity in recent years.
Famous People
Ellena McCarthy (Artist), Ellena Smith (Author)
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 75 peak births in 2013
Geographic Spread
Popular across 9 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
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ellena"
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 "Ellena"
"Ellena" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2344th of 9107 | 253 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2897th of 9204 | 176 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3370th of 12526 | 238 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4750th of 19264 | 186 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5482nd of 27321 | 243 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3713th of 35406 | 622 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2828th of 30306 | 723 |
Regional Popularity of "Ellena" 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 "Ellena" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
100.00% 2366th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
92.07% 2555th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
70.51% 4454th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
53.82% 3936th/7313 |
39.92% 2979th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
87.74% 3937th/4487 |
41.03% 2799th/6822 |
37.78% 2371st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ellena"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ellena" 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 "Ellena" in the United States
The name Ellena is most popular in California, 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 maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ellena has been 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 Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ellena' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2344th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2897th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3370th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4750th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5482nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3713th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2828th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ellena' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.