Declining since 2013, #6,116 for girls today.
Popularity of Eldana since 2008
Babies named Eldana per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 19 |
| 2010s | 408 |
| 2020s | 171 |
Meaning & origin
Eldana is a rare and modern name that first appeared on U.S. birth records in 2008, a time when distinctive and melodious names were gaining popularity. Its peak came in 2014, when it ranked 6,116th nationally, with about 1 in 84,593 baby girls receiving the name. Since 2013, its usage has been falling, reflecting the typical lifecycle of many contemporary coinages. While its origins remain debated, the name's allure may lie in its phonetic harmony and the mystery of its meaning. Eldana has not been concentrated in any particular state, suggesting a broad but very sparse distribution across the country.
Eldana is a name of uncertain origin. It may be derived from the Turkic word 'temir' meaning 'iron' or 'steel', or it could be a feminine variant of the name Eldan, which itself has roots in Hebrew (meaning 'God is just') or Turkish (meaning 'from the steel'). Alternatively, Eldana may be a modern coinage combining elements from names like Elda and Dana. The name has seen limited but consistent use in the United States since 2008, with a peak in 2014.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ella, Dana, Lani
Sibling names for Eldana
Names that share Eldana's style, for a brother or sister.
