Eleny Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationeh-LEN-ee / /ɛˈlɛni/Greek; Hebrew
Meaning
light; God has answered
Historical & Cultural Background
In Greek, Eleny is derived from 'Helen,' which means light or bright, often associated with beauty and radiance in classical literature. In Hebrew, it is linked to the name 'Eliana,' meaning 'God has answered,' reflecting a spiritual significance in Jewish culture. Both origins highlight themes of illumination and divine response, making the name rich in cultural resonance.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Elen
- Elena
- Helena
International Variants
- Elena (Spanish)
- Eleni (Greek)
- Alena (Slavic)
Famous people named Eleny
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Fictional characters named Eleny
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Eleny was first seen in the United States in 1995. Eleny has ranked as high as #1400 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Eleny has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Eleny (2016)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 | |
| TX | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 21 |
| 2008 | 19 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2011 | 14 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 20 |
| 2014 | 22 |
| 2015 | 16 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2024 | 17 |