Elyana
Elyana is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
God has answered.
Origin and history
Elyana is a modern variant of the Hebrew name Eliana, meaning 'God has answered.' It has seen growing popularity in the United States in recent years as an elegant, melodic choice. Its soft vowel sounds appeal to parents seeking a classic yet contemporary name.
Popularity in the United States
2,252 babies in the United States have been named Elyana since 1880. It ranks #3707 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1288.
States where it is most popular
- CA (30.7 %)
- TX (27.5 %)
- FL (9.4 %)
- NY (8.3 %)
- IL (5.4 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 29 |
| 1990-2000 | 51 |
| 2000-2010 | 360 |
| 2010-2019 | 945 |
| 2020-2029 | 867 |
Nicknames
Ellie, El, Lya, Ana
Fun facts
- Elyana is a creative modern spelling variant of the traditional Hebrew name Eliana.
- The name has gained noticeable momentum in the U.S. during the 2020s.