Ellena
Ellena is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Shining light or torch.
Origin and history
Ellena is a spelling variant of Elena, which ultimately derives from the Greek name Helen. It translates to 'shining light' or 'torch'. In the United States, it is a moderately rare option that offers a modern tweak on a traditional classic.
Popularity in the United States
2,525 babies in the United States have been named Ellena since 1880. It ranks #3517 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1767.
States where it is most popular
- CA (53.7 %)
- TX (35.3 %)
- FL (3.3 %)
- PA (2.2 %)
- AZ (1.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 13 |
| 1890-1900 | 32 |
| 1900-1910 | 15 |
| 1910-1920 | 121 |
| 1920-1930 | 140 |
| 1930-1940 | 99 |
| 1940-1950 | 107 |
| 1950-1960 | 118 |
| 1960-1970 | 123 |
| 1970-1980 | 115 |
| 1980-1990 | 119 |
| 1990-2000 | 225 |
| 2000-2010 | 381 |
| 2010-2019 | 583 |
| 2020-2029 | 334 |
Nicknames
Ellie, Lena, Elle
Fun facts
- Ellena is an alternative spelling of the classical names Elena and Helena.
- While less common than Elena, Ellena has maintained steady, subtle usage in the United States.