Elana: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ehl-ahn-ah
Origin: Israel
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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Southern Europe, Western Asia
Meaning: Shining light

Elana is a versatile and meaningful name with diverse roots connecting it to Welsh, and Hebrew languages. The name is believed to be a variant of Elena, derived from the Greek name Helen, meaning 'shining light. 'In Hebrew, Elana could mean 'God has answered'or 'God's grace, 'reflecting its deep connection to Jewish heritage. The name has been popularized by notable individuals such as American activist Elana Dykewomon and Olympic bobsledder Elana Meyers Taylor. Its resilience, and spiritual devotion make it a favored choice for parents. Over time, the name has adapted and been pronounced in various languages, maintaining its unique and beautiful sound.

Elana Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Elana is currently #2332 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Elana is currently #1285 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Elana is currently #1200 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Elana is currently #664 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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