Ellyanna
A feminine variation of Ellen, meaning "bright shining light".
Name Census estimates that about 653 living Americans carry the first name Ellyanna. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Ellyanna today is around 11 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Ellyanna births was 2022 (47 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Ellyanna. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
653
~ 1 in 524,892 Americans
Peak year
2022
47 babies that year
Average age
11
years old
2024 SSA rank
#4,574
Tracked since 2000
Popularity
Ellyanna: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Ellyanna from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 341 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Ellyanna remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ellyanna by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Ellyanna during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Ellyannas live
The SSA's state-level files cover 5 states and territories. Texas, California, New York recorded the most babies named Ellyanna, while Pennsylvania, Ohio, New York recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 13 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Ellyanna
The given name Ellyanna is a relatively modern invention, with its origins being a combination of the names Ellen and Anna. The name Ellen is derived from the Greek word "helene," meaning "bright one" or "shining light." Anna, on the other hand, has Hebrew roots, stemming from the word "hannah," which translates to "grace" or "favor."
This blending of cultures and languages is a common practice in the creation of new names, often reflecting the diverse backgrounds of parents and their desire to honor multiple traditions. While the name Ellyanna itself does not have a long historical lineage, its components carry rich symbolic meanings that have resonated across various societies for centuries.
The earliest recorded usage of the name Ellyanna can be traced back to the late 20th century, coinciding with a growing trend of creating unique and personalized names. However, its relative novelty does not diminish the significance it holds for those who bear it or the potential for historical figures to emerge and shape its legacy in the future.
One notable individual who shared a similar name was Elinor Glyn, a British novelist and scriptwriter born in 1864. Known for her romantic fiction and scandalous portrayal of female desire, Glyn's works challenged societal norms and contributed to the early 20th century's shift in attitudes towards sexuality.
Another figure worth mentioning is Ellen Willmott, a renowned English horticulturist born in 1858. Willmott's passion for gardening and her contributions to the field, including the introduction of numerous plant species, left a lasting impact on the horticultural world.
In the realm of literature, Anna Akhmatova, a Russian modernist poet born in 1889, stands out. Her poignant works, often reflecting on themes of love, loss, and the struggles of women in a turbulent era, earned her a place among the most influential voices of her time.
Moving into more recent history, we find Ellen Ochoa, an American engineer and former astronaut born in 1958. Ochoa's achievements include being the first Hispanic woman to travel to space, paving the way for greater diversity and representation in the field of space exploration.
Lastly, Anna Wintour, the iconic British-American journalist and editor-in-chief of Vogue magazine, born in 1949, has left an indelible mark on the fashion industry. Known for her impeccable style and influential editorial decisions, Wintour has shaped the global perception of fashion and style for decades.
While the name Ellyanna may be relatively new, its components carry a rich tapestry of cultural and historical significance, reflecting the enduring human desire to find meaning and connection through the art of naming.
People
Ellyanna + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Ellyanna as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with E
Other first names starting with E with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Ellyanna: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Ellyanna?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 653 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Ellyanna going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 524,892 US residents.
Is Ellyanna a common name?
We classify Ellyanna as "Very Rare". It ranks above 87% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 658 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Ellyanna most popular?
The single biggest year for Ellyanna was 2022, when 47 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Ellyanna is about 11 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Ellyanna a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Ellyanna in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.