Find out how popular the last name Ellena is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Ellena.

Ellena, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Ellena surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ellena in America

Ellena is the 51610th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ellena surname appeared 403 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Ellena.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ellena to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Ellena

The surname ELLENA originated in Italy during the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Italian word "elleno," meaning "Greek." This suggests that the name may have been initially bestowed upon individuals with Greek ancestry or cultural ties.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the ELLENA surname can be found in the Florentine tax records from the 14th century, where a family bearing this name was documented. It is likely that the ELLENA family had settled in the region of Tuscany, particularly around Florence, during that time.

In the 15th century, a notable figure named Gian Battista ELLENA (1438-1512) rose to prominence as a renowned sculptor and architect in Milan. His works, including the Certosa di Pavia and the Chiesa di Santa Maria delle Grazie, showcased his exceptional talent and contributed to the flourishing of Renaissance art in Italy.

Another influential individual with the ELLENA surname was Pietro ELLENA (1563-1636), a Jesuit scholar and theologian from Genoa. He authored several influential works on theology and philosophy, cementing his reputation as a prominent figure in the intellectual circles of his time.

During the 16th century, the ELLENA family expanded their presence beyond Italy, with records indicating their migration to other parts of Europe. In Spain, a branch of the family settled in the region of Catalonia, where they adopted the spelling "EYLENA" to better align with the local linguistic conventions.

One notable figure from this Spanish branch was Juana EYLENA (1612-1689), a pioneering writer and feminist who challenged societal norms and advocated for women's education and rights. Her literary works, though controversial at the time, left a lasting impact on the intellectual discourse of her era.

In the 18th century, the ELLENA surname crossed the Atlantic and established roots in the Americas. Antonio ELLENA (1723-1795), a merchant from Genoa, settled in the Spanish colonies of South America, where he founded a successful trading company that contributed to the region's economic development.

As the centuries progressed, the ELLENA surname continued to spread across various regions, with individuals bearing this name making notable contributions in various fields, from literature and art to science and politics. While the exact origins of the name may be shrouded in the mists of time, the ELLENA surname has left an indelible mark on the tapestry of global history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ellena

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Ellena.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Ellena was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Ellena has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Ellena was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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