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Elianna

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Pronounced el-ee-AN-uh /ˌɛliˈænə/High

Meaning: My God has answered; God is graciousHigh

In 30 seconds: A lyrical Hebrew name meaning 'my God has answered.' Elianna blends the warmth of Ella with the biblical weight of names like Eliana and Hannah — flowing, feminine, and full of grace.
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Origin HighHebrew
MeaningMy God has answered; God is gracious
U.S. rank (2025)#218 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births1,404 girls (0.08% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2025
Total births (all-time)≈ 13,488

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202519782025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Elianna is a variant of the Hebrew name Eliana, composed of El (God) and ana, related to chanan (to be gracious) or anah (to answer). The double n spelling Elianna emphasises a more flowing, melodic pronunciation. Hebrew compound names combining the divine element El with a second meaning have been a cornerstone of Jewish and Christian naming practice for millennia.

In the United States, Elianna gained popularity in the 2010s alongside similar names like Arianna, Julianna, and Eliana. Its four-syllable flow appeals to parents who want an elegant, full-bodied name with clear biblical heritage.

Did you know? Elianna combines the Hebrew elements El (God) and anna (grace or answered), making it a compound of two of the most beloved elements in Hebrew naming tradition.
Overall data confidence 88%
Behind the Name — Eliana — related form etymologyU.S. Social Security Administration — popularity data

Variations

ElianaElianaEliannahIliana

Nicknames

EllieEliAnnaLianna

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If you like Elianna…

Eliana— single-n variant sharing the identical meaning and Hebrew roots
Ellianna— same lyrical compound structure with an alternate spelling
Ariana— four-syllable melodic name with similar Latin and Greek noble heritage
Adaline— equally flowing four-syllable girls' name with vintage elegance

Frequently Asked

What does the name Elianna mean?

Elianna is a Hebrew name meaning 'my God has answered' or 'God is gracious,' combining El (God) and ana (grace, answered).

How do you pronounce Elianna?

It is said el-ee-AN-uh /ˌɛliˈænə/ — four syllables, stress on the third.

Is Elianna a boy or girl name?

Elianna is used almost exclusively as a girls' name.

How popular is Elianna?

Elianna has been rising in the U.S. and ranked in the top 300 for girls in the mid-2020s.