Yalena Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationyah-LAY-nah / /jəˈleɪ.nə/Slavic; Hebrew
Meaning
bright; God has answered
Historical & Cultural Background
In Slavic cultures, Yalena is often associated with the name Elena, which means 'bright' or 'shining light.' It is a popular name in various Slavic countries and reflects cultural ties to beauty and light. In Hebrew, Yalena can be linked to the name Eliana, meaning 'God has answered,' highlighting a spiritual significance. Both origins emphasize positive attributes and have been embraced in various cultures.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Yelena
- Elena
- Yalina
International Variants
- Elena (Italian)
- Yelena (Russian)
- Alena (Czech)
Famous people named Yalena
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Fictional characters named Yalena
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yalena was first seen in the United States in 2001. Yalena has ranked as high as #1408 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Yalena has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yalena
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 10 |