Eleyna
About Eleyna
Eleyna is a feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Elena or Elaina. These names derive from Helen, which has ancient Greek origins meaning 'torch' or 'bright light.' The particular spelling of Eleyna gives the classic name a more modern and distinctive appearance while maintaining its traditional pronunciation. This variant has gained modest popularity in recent decades as parents increasingly seek unique spellings of traditional names. Eleyna carries the same grace and elegance associated with Elena but with a touch of uniqueness. The name evokes images of brightness and beauty while maintaining strong historical roots through its connection to the classical Helen.
Pronounced eh-LAY-nuh.
As of October 2026, Eleyna ranked #3661 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #3548 in 2015.
AI-written. Reviewed by Pamela Redmond
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #4,127 | 36 | 20.2 |
| 2015 | #3,548 | 44 | 24.6 |
| 2016 | #4,184 | 35 | 19.8 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | #4,258 | 33 | 19.4 |
| 2019 | #4,943 | 27 | 16.1 |
| 2020 | #4,794 | 27 | 16.7 |
| 2021 | #3,817 | 39 | 23.8 |
| 2022 | #4,134 | 35 | 21.3 |
| 2023 | #4,129 | 35 | 21.8 |
| 2024 | #4,571 | 30 | 18.5 |
| 2025 | #3,661 | 41 | 25.5 |