Eliana
Italian · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Eliana
Eliana means "God has answered" and derives from the Hebrew name Eliyahu (Elijah), combining the elements "El" (God) and "ana" (answered).
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Etymology
Eliana means "God has answered" and derives from the Hebrew name Eliyahu (Elijah), combining the elements "El" (God) and "ana" (answered).
The name is used primarily in Jewish, Christian, and Italian cultures, with particular popularity in Italy and among Hebrew-speaking communities; it gained modern prominence in the 20th century and appears frequently in contemporary Western naming practices.
Eliana currently ranks #10 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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