Elina
e-li-na
US Popularity:1605
Origin:Greek
Meaning:bright light; torch; of Helen
Elina is a baby girl name of Greek origin meaning “bright light” and “torch”. If you’re a fan of Greek mythology, you’ll love to know that this name is commonly associated with Helen of Troy, aka the daughter of Zeus. Helen, otherwise known as Elina, was labeled the most beautiful woman throughout Greece and her legendary story never gets old. Whether you’re a Greek aficionado or a want baby to always shine the brightest, Elina will never lead you astray.
Elina Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Elina is currently #864 on The Bump
Girl:Elina is currently #388 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Elina is currently #1605 in U.S. births
Girl:Elina is currently #627 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#1605
in 2022
+ 184
from 2021
Sources
Behind the Name, Elina, February 2019
WordSense, Elina
WordSense, Helen
Online Etymology Dictionary, Helen, June 2019
Britannica, Helen of Troy, September 2023
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