Elna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Elna is an Old Norse name that means 'light' or 'bright one'. It evolved from the name Elin and has variants like Eline. The name is often associated with warmth and friendliness. It does not have a biblical background, yet it has gained popularity in Scandinavian cultures, especially in the 20th century.
The name Elna is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest 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, Elna 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, 'Elna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 620th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 873rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2375th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8765th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 17545th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 29526th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 12407th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Elna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Elna"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛlnə/
Origin
Old Norse
Etymology
The name Elna is derived from the Old Norse name 'Elin', which is a feminine form of the name 'Eli', meaning 'God has answered'.
Meaning
Light, torch, bright one
Language Evolution
Elin, Eline, Elna
Historical Usage
The name Elna gained popularity in Scandinavian countries and among communities with Norse heritage, particularly in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Elin, Eline, Elnora
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Elna is perceived as a unique and vintage name with a warm and friendly image.
Famous People
Elna Baker, an American author and radio personality., Elna G. J. Breine, a notable Norwegian artist.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Elna"
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 "Elna"
"Elna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 620th of 9107 | 2,370 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 873rd of 9204 | 1,255 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2375th of 12526 | 421 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8765th of 19264 | 62 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 17545th of 27321 | 26 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 29526th of 35406 | 11 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 12407th of 30306 | 81 |
Regional Popularity of "Elna" 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 "Elna" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
34.25% 485th/1416 |
59.17% 816th/1379 |
31.45% 744th/2366 |
49.30% 563rd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
65.39% 1011th/1546 |
93.51% 1455th/1556 |
35.83% 843rd/2353 |
73.17% 1132nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 2227th/2227 |
- |
85.94% 2452nd/2853 |
92.90% 2578th/2775 |
| 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 "Elna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Elna" 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.