US Popularity:3310
Origin:British
Meaning:Oak tree; Soft, gentle; Awakening; Rock; Handsome; Bright
With a variety of origins and meanings, the feminine name Elana can give your little one plenty of inspiration. Coming from the Hebrew Elon, it can translate to "oak tree." Plant deep roots and watch baby blossom into a powerful force of nature with this name. Elana can also come from the Arabic name Ilana, meaning "soft" or "gentle," which can be a perfect fit for your sweet bundle of joy. If you want Elana to be a fun spin on Alana, it can mean "awakening" in Hawaiian or "rock" and "handsome" in the Celtic language of Breton. This versatile moniker can also be a variant of the Spanish and Italian Elena and the Greek Helen, both translating to "bright." Whether you’re hoping baby will become as strong and resplendent as a tree, or a bright, shining beacon for others, the name Elana will set baby on a purpose-driven path.

Elana Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Elana is currently #1619 on The Bump
Girl:Elana is currently #722 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Elana is currently #3310 in U.S. births
Girl:Elana is currently #1209 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#3310
in 2022
- 218
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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