Elena
Elena: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Elena
- A female given name from Italian, Spanish, or Ancient Greek.
Etymology
Borrowed from Italian and Spanish Elena, cognate to English Helen.
How popular is Elena?
Since 1880, 108,013 girls and 104 boys in the U.S. have been named Elena (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #42 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #3168 in 1932. In 2025 it ranked #42 for girls, with 4,842 babies given the name.
Names similar to Elena
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Elena
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Elena FAQ
What does the name Elena mean?
A female given name from Italian, Spanish, or Ancient Greek. Borrowed from Italian and Spanish Elena, cognate to English Helen.
What is the origin of the name Elena?
Elena is listed as a name of Italian origin.
How popular is the name Elena?
Since 1880, 108,013 girls and 104 boys in the U.S. have been named Elena (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #42 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #3168 in 1932. In 2025 it ranked #42 for girls, with 4,842 babies given the name.
Is Elena a boy or girl name?
Elena is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 108,013 girls and 104 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.