Eldana

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Eldana Pronunciation

Eldana is pronounced el-DAH-nah /ɛlˈdɑ.nɑ/Medium

Meaning: Ethiopian (Amharic) name, often glossed 'fertile, abundant; a blessed one'; the gloss variesLow

In 30 seconds: Soft and Ethiopian: Eldana is an Ethiopian name, often glossed 'fertile, abundant'. Lyrical, gentle, and warm.

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Origin LowAmharic, American

MeaningEthiopian (Amharic) name, often glossed 'fertile, abundant; a blessed one'; the gloss varies

U.S. rank (2024)#5041 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births26 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2014

Total births (all-time)≈ 579

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Eldana comes from Ethiopian (Amharic) naming — often glossed 'fertile, abundant; a blessed one' (the precise meaning varies and is layered, which we flag). A soft, lyrical name across Ethiopia (also a town in Eritrea).

In the U.S. it appears in Ethiopian families. Rare, fertile-or-abundant at the (glossed) root, and lyrical.

Did you know? Eldana is a popular Ethiopian (Amharic) name, often glossed 'fertile, abundant; a blessed one' (the gloss varies, which we note) — soft and lyrical.

Overall data confidence 50%

References — Eldana — gloss varies

Variations

EldaanaHeldana

Nicknames

Elda

Themes & Styles

Uncertain Ethiopian Amharic

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If you like Eldana…

Hana— another Ethiopian-popular name

Liya— a fellow Ethiopian girls' name

Jaiyana— shares Eldana's American roots

Xianna— another American name

Aluna— echoes that soft -na sound

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Eldana?

Eldana is pronounced el-DAH-nah (/ɛlˈdɑ.nɑ/). Press play above to hear Eldana said aloud.

How do you say Eldana?

Eldana is said el-DAH-nah (/ɛlˈdɑ.nɑ/). Press play above to hear Eldana said aloud.

What does the name Eldana mean?

Eldana is an Ethiopian name, often glossed 'fertile, abundant'; the gloss varies, which we note.

Is Eldana a boy or girl name?

Eldana is a girl's name.

How popular is Eldana?

Eldana is a rare name in the U.S.