Eleana

“Eleana is derived from the Greek name 'Elena' (Ελένα) and carries connotations of brightness and light”

Greece origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#3018US 2023

55Births / yr

↑Rising

1.4kAll-time births

📅 Since 191600

What does Eleana mean and where does it come from?

Eleana is derived from the Greek name 'Elena' (Ελένα) and carries connotations of brightness and light. It is also connected to Hebrew roots, where it implies divinity, indicating that God has answered the prayers of the parents. The name has been popular in various cultures, especially in Greece an

Cultural significance

Eleana has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of greek.

Peak popularity

Reached #2865 in 1986 — currently #3018 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Eleana?

Eleana works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Eleana Grace

How popular is Eleana right now?

Rising fast — up 310 spots — currently #3018 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1935–2023#3018 · Top 2.2%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#3018	55	▲ up 310 · +15% births
2022	#3328	48	▲ up 127 · +7% births
2021	#3455	45	▲ up 976 · +50% births
2020	#4431	30	▼ down 948 · -33% births
2015	#3483	45	▲ up 710 · +29% births
2010	#4193	35	▼ down 782 · -20% births
2005	#3411	44	▼ down 386 · -4% births
2000	#3025	46	▲ up 1680 · +119% births
1995	#4705	21	▼ down 295 · -5% births
1990	#4410	22	▲ up 1012 · +69% births
1985	#5422	13	▲ up 2124 · +63% births
1980	#7546	8	▼ down 1451 · -11% births
1975	#6095	9	▲ up 438 · +29% births
1970	#6533	7	▼ down 1084
1965	#5449	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Eleana

Best Year2023Rank #3018

Peak Count55

Average Rank#4547

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1935 - 202318 years

The story of Eleana

Eleana entered American naming records in 1916 and has been in use for over 108 years. With 1,443 total births recorded, Eleana remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4026 in 1935 to #3018 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Eleana in 1986:

Jessica Ashley Amanda Jennifer Sarah

Eleana by decade

Eleana peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	11
1920s	17
1930s	25
1940s	31
1950s	31
1960s	60
1970s	73
1980s	144
1990s	222
2000s	394
2010s ★	405
2020s	30

💎With 1,443 total births, Eleana is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Eleana?

Common

EleElElieElyAna

What names sound and feel like Eleana?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Eleana also consider these

Eleanna

Greece · The name is

Eleina

Greece · Bright, shining light.

American · Elleana can be

Eldana

Unknown · Possibly derived from

Ellana

English · light, torch

Common questions about the name Eleana

What does the name Eleana mean?

Eleana means "Greek" — a name rooted in Greece tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Eleana?

Eleana is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Eleana have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Eleana?

Eleana originates from Greece tradition. Greece names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Eleana?

Eleana pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greece heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Eleana trending right now?

Eleana is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.