Elianna
Elianna is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
God has answered.
Origin and history
Elianna is a modern feminine name derived from Hebrew roots meaning 'God has answered'. It has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States over recent years. The name appeals to parents seeking an elegant, classic-sounding multi-syllable name with a religious background.
Popularity in the United States
13,497 babies in the United States have been named Elianna since 1880. It ranks #1370 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #301.
States where it is most popular
- CA (20.4 %)
- TX (16.8 %)
- NY (6.9 %)
- FL (5.7 %)
- AZ (3.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 69 |
| 1990-2000 | 339 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,920 |
| 2010-2019 | 4,860 |
| 2020-2029 | 6,304 |
Nicknames
Ellie, Elia, Lia, Ellia
Fun facts
- The name combines 'El' (God) and 'Anah' (to answer), translating closely to 'my God has answered'.
- Elianna has experienced a sharp increase in U.S. usage since 2000, becoming a popular modern alternative to Eliana.