Eliana
el-ee-AH-nuh /ˌɛl.iˈɑː.nə/
Meaning of Eliana
Eliana is a Hebrew compound: eli ('my God') + ana (from anah, 'to answer'). The whole name means 'God has answered me.' It is also parsed as El + ana ('God is gracious'), parallel to Anna. Both readings are attested in rabbinic literature. Modern English use is a 2000s development; the name entered the US top-50 only in 2019.
Current popularity of Eliana
Rankings from the most recent fully-published year in each national registry. Source links at the foot of the page.
| Registry | Year | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| United States (SSA) | 2024 | #34 |
Notable bearers of Eliana
Eliana (minor Hebrew Bible figure); Eliana Ramos (Uruguayan model).
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Last reviewed: 2026-05-31