Elina
Elina is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Shining light or torch.
Origin and history
Elina is a name of Greek origin, derived as a regional variant of Helen. It is widely used across Scandinavian, Slavic, and Baltic countries, and has gained steady popularity in the United States in recent years. Parents are drawn to its melodic quality and international feel.
Popularity in the United States
6,193 babies in the United States have been named Elina since 1880. It ranks #2168 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #829.
States where it is most popular
- CA (29.7 %)
- TX (12.2 %)
- NY (12.1 %)
- FL (7 %)
- IL (5.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 15 |
| 1900-1910 | 17 |
| 1910-1920 | 51 |
| 1920-1930 | 33 |
| 1930-1940 | 38 |
| 1940-1950 | 17 |
| 1950-1960 | 37 |
| 1960-1970 | 64 |
| 1970-1980 | 110 |
| 1980-1990 | 181 |
| 1990-2000 | 311 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,115 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,324 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,880 |
Famous people named Elina
- Elina Svitolina: Athlete, Tennis Player
- Elina Garanča: Opera Singer
Nicknames
Ellie, Lina
Fun facts
- Elina has long been a top choice for baby girls in Finland, Sweden, and Latvia.
- The name has seen an increase in modern U.S. usage as parents seek global alternatives to Elena and Ella.