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Elayna

girl name
Origin
Greek
Syllables
3
Peak era
2010s
Today
▬ Steady

Meaning

variant of Elena, traditionally "shining light"

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Popularity, 1890–2024

1890speak 2010s

Shape drawn from US Social Security baby-name records. Elayna peaked in the 2010s.

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Popularity in Brazil

49 people · the #67,613 first name in Brazil · median age 27

Source: IBGE, Censo Demográfico 2022

When you meet Elayna

Most people given the name Elayna in the United States are children or teenagers today. The name belongs to this generation.

Estimated from US Social Security birth registrations and typical lifespans; a rough guide, not a rule.

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