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Elleana
Pronounced el-ee-AH-nah /ˌɛl.iˈɑ.nɑ/Medium
Meaning: A spelling of Eliana — variously from Hebrew, 'my God has answered', and from Greek/Latin, linked to 'the sun; light'; routes layeredLow
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
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History & Origin
Elleana is a spelling of Eliana — variously from Hebrew, 'my God has answered', and from Greek/Latin, linked to 'the sun; light' (routes layered, which we note). A lyrical, modern name (said 'el-ee-AH-nah'; nicknames Ella, Lea).
In the U.S. it appears as a modern spelling. Rare in this form, my-God-has-answered at the root, and modern.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Elleana mean?
Elleana spells Eliana — variously 'my God has answered' (Hebrew) and 'the sun' (Greek/Latin); the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Elleana?
It's said el-ee-AH-nah /ˌɛl.iˈɑ.nɑ/ — four syllables, stress on the third.
Is Elleana a boy or girl name?
Elleana is a girl's name.
How popular is Elleana?
Elleana is a rare spelling in the U.S.