UK girl's name
Eleanna
A feminine name of Greek origin meaning "ray of light".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2005. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Eleanna is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Eleanna popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2005 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4798, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2005, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2005 to 2005. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Eleanna is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Eleanna. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2006 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Eleanna ranked #4798 for girls in England and Wales in 2005, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2005, when 3 girls were registered as Eleanna.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Eleanna as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4798
2005
Births in 2005
3
Latest year
Peak year
2005
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Eleanna mean?
The given name Eleanna has its origins in the Greek language and culture. It is a feminine name derived from the Greek words "helios" meaning sun and "anna" meaning grace. Thus, the name Eleanna translates to "sunshine of grace" or "gracious sunlight." Its spelling variations include Eleana, Elliana, and Ellianna.
The earliest recorded use of the name Eleanna can be traced back to ancient Greece, where it was a popular choice for baby girls. In Greek mythology, there are references to Eleanna as one of the names given to the goddess Hera, the wife of Zeus and the queen of the gods. This association with a powerful deity suggests the name carried a sense of strength and reverence in ancient times.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Eleanna was a Greek philosopher and mathematician who lived in the 5th century BC. Although little is known about her life, her existence serves as evidence of the name's longevity and intellectual associations.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Eleanna. In the 12th century, Eleanna of Normandy (1079-1147) was a influential noblewoman and the wife of King Baldwin I of Jerusalem. During the Renaissance period, Eleanna Gozzadini (1519-1591) was an Italian writer and poet who contributed to the literary culture of her time.
In more recent centuries, Eleanna Foureira (born 1994) is a Cypriot-Greek singer and songwriter who represented Cyprus in the Eurovision Song Contest in 2018. Eleanna Stathaki (born 1976) is a Greek actress known for her roles in popular television series and films.
Another notable Eleanna was Eleanna Castrioti (1453-1537), an Albanian princess and the daughter of the famous military leader Skanderbeg. Her life and lineage played a significant role in the history and cultural legacy of Albania.
While the name Eleanna has its roots in ancient Greek culture, its meaning and associations with grace, light, and strength have transcended time and geographical boundaries, making it a name with a rich and diverse history.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Eleanna by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Eleanna was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #4798 | 3 | 1 |
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Names similar to Eleanna
- Emily 121,621
- Ella 69,101
- Ellie 63,522
- Evie 52,944
- Emma 50,755
- Eleanor 40,576
- Elizabeth 39,225
- Erin 34,816
- Eva 29,738
- Evelyn 26,911
- Elsie 23,671
- Emilia 22,167
FAQ
Eleanna: questions and answers
How popular is the name Eleanna in the UK right now?
In 2005, Eleanna was ranked #4798 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Eleanna most popular?
The peak year on record was 2005, with 3 babies registered as Eleanna in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Eleanna?
A feminine name of Greek origin meaning "ray of light".
How many people are called Eleanna in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Eleanna across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.