Elcana
Hebrew · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Elcana
The given name 'Elcana' is derived from the Hebrew name 'Eliqenai' or 'Elqanah', meaning 'God has acquired' or 'God has purchased', with its linguistic root in the Semitic languages.
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Etymology
The given name 'Elcana' is derived from the Hebrew name 'Eliqenai' or 'Elqanah', meaning 'God has acquired' or 'God has purchased', with its linguistic root in the Semitic languages. Elcana is used in various cultures and religions, including the Hebrew Bible, where Elkanah is the father of Samuel, a prominent figure in the Old Testament.
Elcana currently ranks #977 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2014.
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