Find out how popular the first name Ellenah has been for the last 1 years (from 2016 to 2016) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Ellenah by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Ellenah is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2016, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Ellenah.

The history of the first name Ellenah

The name Ellenah is a variant of the Greek name Elena, which is derived from the Greek word "helene," meaning "bright one" or "the bright one." The name has its roots in Greek mythology, where it was the name of the beautiful Helen of Troy, whose abduction by Paris sparked the Trojan War.

In ancient times, the name Elena was widely used in Greece and the surrounding regions influenced by Greek culture. As Greek civilization spread throughout the Mediterranean and beyond, the name became popular in various forms, including Ellenah.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Ellenah can be found in the writings of the ancient Roman historian Tacitus, who lived in the 1st century AD. He wrote about a woman named Ellenah who was part of the Roman aristocracy.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Ellenah. One of the most famous was Ellenah of Aquitaine (c. 790 - c. 864), a Frankish noblewoman and the wife of King Louis the Pious. She played a significant role in the political affairs of the Carolingian Empire during her husband's reign.

Another notable Ellenah was Ellenah of Cyprus (c. 1196 - 1240), a Cypriot princess who became the Queen of Jerusalem through her marriage to King John of Brienne. She played a crucial role in the defense of the Kingdom of Jerusalem against Muslim forces during the Crusades.

In the realm of literature, one of the most famous Ellenahs was Ellenah de Felman (1555 - 1635), a Dutch poet and writer who was renowned for her love poems and sonnets. Her works were widely read and admired during the Dutch Golden Age.

The name Ellenah also had a strong presence in the religious sphere. Ellenah of Solms (1551 - 1628) was a German noblewoman who became a prominent figure in the Protestant Reformation. She was known for her patronage of Protestant scholars and her support for the spread of the Reformation teachings.

Another notable Ellenah was Ellenah Smellie (1640 - 1708), a Scottish writer and Presbyterian minister who wrote extensively on religious topics and was a vocal advocate for the rights of Presbyterians in Scotland during a time of religious tensions.

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