Elaina
e-lai-na
US Popularity:574
Origin:Greek
Meaning:Torch, shining light, sunlight
Elaina is a bright and beautiful feminine name meaning “torch, shining light, sunlight.” A name steeped in antiquity, Elaina comes from the Latin Elaine, the French equivalent of Helen, and ultimately derived from the Greek name Helene. Helene stems from the Greek hēlios, the word for “sun, sunshine,” and is the sun god's name, Helios. An adored title worldwide, Elaina has many variations—including Elena, Alena, Olena, Elene, and Yelena. If you’re looking for a title that has an air of familiarity while offering something fresh, Elaina is a radiant choice.
Elaina Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Elaina is currently #1198 on The Bump
Girl:Elaina is currently #551 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Elaina is currently #574 in U.S. births
Girl:Elaina is currently #207 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#574
in 2023
- 21
from 2022
Sources
Name Doctor, Elaina
Behind the Name, Elaina, January 2019
Behind the Name, Helen, November 2020
WordSense, Elaina
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