Fact: Saint Elian is a Welsh saint who founded a church in Anglesey, Wales, in the 5th century. The church, St. Elian’s Church, still stands today and is a significant historical and religious site.
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Elian Overview
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Elian Variations in Different Cultures
Popular Variations
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Diminutives
Famous People
- Elian Gonzalez
(Cuban Political Figure) - Elian Herrera
(Dominican Baseball Player) - Elian Estrada
(Mexican Singer) - Elian Evans
(British Actor) - Elian Rae
(American Model) - Elian Carson
(Canadian Artist) - Elian Ortiz
(Puerto Rican Politician)
Pop Culture Icons and Works
- Elian
("The Passage," TV Series) - "Elian"
(Documentary) - Elian Harper
("To All the Boys I've Loved Before," Film) - Elian
("Paranormal Witness," TV Series) - "Elian, the Boy Who Would Be King"
(Novel) - Elian
("Touched by an Angel," TV Series)
What Is the Meaning of Elian?
Elian represents “God has answered” or “the Lord is my God.” Individuals called Elian are often considered spiritual, compassionate, and sensitive, embodying empathy and kindness.
What Is the Origin of The Name Elian?
The name Elian has roots in Hebrew, derived from the name Elijah, which means “Yahweh is my God.” It has also been influenced by Welsh origins, where it is related to the name Elianus, a saint’s name.
Elian Name Popularity
Popularity Chart of the Name Elian in the U.S. over the Years
#2992022 | #2352023 | ||
Top 3 Rankings | #2352023 | #2992022 | #3552020 |
Annual Statistics Breakdown for Elian
Year | Name Ranking | Number of Births | Birth Rate (%) |
---|---|---|---|
2023 | 235 (+64 from 2022) | 1483 (+356 from 2022) | 0.08099 |
2022 | 299 (+66 from 2021) | 1127 (+237 from 2021) | 0.06017 |
2021 | 365 (-10 from 2020) | 890 (+13 from 2020) | 0.04750 |
2020 | 355 (+12 from 2019) | 877 (+5 from 2019) | 0.04741 |
2019 | 367 (+44 from 2018) | 872 (+101 from 2018) | 0.04537 |
2018 | 411 (+157 from 2017) | 771 (+293 from 2017) | 0.03967 |
2017 | 568 (+30 from 2016) | 478 (+28 from 2016) | 0.02415 |
2016 | 598 (+89 from 2015) | 450 (+85 from 2015) | 0.02222 |
2015 | 687 (+13 from 2014) | 365 (+11 from 2014) | 0.01785 |
2014 | 700 (+43 from 2013) | 354 (+42 from 2013) | 0.01727 |
2013 | 743 (+100 from 2012) | 312 (+59 from 2012) | 0.01544 |
2012 | 843 (+131 from 2011) | 253 (+51 from 2011) | 0.01247 |
2011 | 974 (-181 from 2010) | 202 (-71 from 2010) | 0.00994 |
2010 | 793 (+68 from 2009) | 273 (+26 from 2009) | 0.01329 |
2009 | 861 (-39 from 2008) | 247 (-20 from 2008) | 0.01165 |
2008 | 822 (+59 from 2007) | 267 (+38 from 2007) | 0.01225 |
2007 | 881 (+119 from 2006) | 229 (+45 from 2006) | 0.01034 |
2006 | 1000 (-137 from 2005) | 184 (-29 from 2005) | 0.00839 |
2005 | 863 (-6 from 2004) | 213 (+6 from 2004) | 0.01001 |
2004 | 857 (+66 from 2003) | 207 (+29 from 2003) | 0.00979 |
2003 | 923 (-107 from 2002) | 178 (-28 from 2002) | 0.00847 |
2002 | 816 (-146 from 2001) | 206 (-65 from 2001) | 0.00997 |
2001 | 670 (-244 from 2000) | 271 (-307 from 2000) | 0.01310 |
2000 | 426 (+2950 from 1999) | 578 (+555 from 1999) | 0.02768 |
1999 | 3376 (+5637 from 1996) | 23 (+18 from 1996) | 0.00113 |
1998 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1997 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1996 | 9013 First SSA data recorded | 5 First SSA data recorded | 0.00025 |
1995 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1994 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1993 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1992 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1991 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1990 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1989 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1988 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1987 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1986 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1985 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1984 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1983 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1982 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1981 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1980 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1979 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1978 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1977 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1976 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1975 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1974 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1973 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1972 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1971 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1970 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1969 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1968 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1967 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1966 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1965 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1964 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1963 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1962 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1961 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1960 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1959 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1958 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1957 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1956 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1955 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1954 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1953 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1952 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1951 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1950 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1949 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1948 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1947 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1946 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1945 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1944 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1943 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1942 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1941 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1940 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1939 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1938 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1937 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1936 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1935 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1934 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1933 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1932 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1931 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1930 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1929 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1928 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1927 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1926 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1925 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1924 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1923 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1922 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1921 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1920 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1919 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1918 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1917 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1916 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1915 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1914 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1913 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1912 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1911 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1910 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1909 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1908 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1907 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1906 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1905 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1904 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1903 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1902 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1901 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1900 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1899 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1898 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1897 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1896 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1895 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1894 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1893 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1892 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1891 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1890 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1889 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1888 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1887 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1886 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1885 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1884 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1883 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1882 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1881 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
1880 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
American States Popularity Rankings for Elian
(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )Texas (TX)
#2082021 | #1562022 | #1092023 |
California (CA)
#3302021 | #2622022 | #1982023 |
New York (NY)
#2312021 | #2812022 | #2392023 |
Arizona (AZ)
#2282021 | #1782022 | #1012023 |
Florida (FL)
#3972021 | #3332022 | #2752023 |
Illinois (IL)
#3632021 | #3712022 | #2662023 |
New Jersey (NJ)
#2492021 | #2702022 | #1722023 |
Colorado (CO)
#3102021 | #1862022 | #1412023 |
North Carolina (NC)
#4472021 | #3322022 | #2972023 |
Massachusetts (MA)
#2502021 | #2242022 | #1662023 |
Georgia (GA)
#4972021 | #3702022 | #2632023 |
Pennsylvania (PA)
#4362021 | #4042022 | #3662023 |
Washington (WA)
#4142021 | #3332022 | #2802023 |
Virginia (VA)
#4782021 | #3032022 | #3662023 |
New Mexico (NM)
#1482021 | #1292022 | #1192023 |
Maryland (MD)
#2972021 | #3332022 | #2532023 |
Connecticut (CT)
#2672021 | #3122022 | #2292023 |
Nevada (NV)
#2852021 | #3422022 | #2382023 |
Tennessee (TN)
#7552021 | #4602022 | #3292023 |
Wisconsin (WI)
#8182021 | #5302022 | #3012023 |
Indiana (IN)
#7842021 | #4032022 | #2882023 |
Oklahoma (OK)
#4092021 | #3782022 | #3472023 |
Ohio (OH)
#7672021 | #5632022 | #5922023 |
Kansas (KS)
#5962021 | #2622022 | #1982023 |
Oregon (OR)
#5632021 | #3302022 | #2862023 |
Michigan (MI)
#8962019 | #11412020 | #6342022 |
Louisiana (LA)
#4632021 | #5502022 | #4612023 |
South Carolina (SC)
#4132021 | #4922022 | #2632023 |
Utah (UT)
#4872020 | #5722021 | #3582023 |
Alabama (AL)
#5642021 | #4492022 | #5802023 |
Minnesota (MN)
#7412019 | #7602022 | #3552023 |
Kentucky (KY)
#6022021 | #4222022 | #6102023 |
Iowa (IA)
#5742020 | #4842022 | #2812023 |
Arkansas (AR)
#3762021 | #3672022 | #5042023 |
Missouri (MO)
#6082019 | #5442022 | #6872023 |
Rhode Island (RI)
#1782015 | #2062018 | #1772023 |
Nebraska (NE)
#3412020 | #3612022 |
District of Columbia (DC)
#2172022 | #1712023 |
Delaware (DE)
#1632023 |
Popularity Rankings for Elian in other Countries and American Territories
(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)
Popularity in Puerto Rico
#192021 | #222022 | #112023 |
Popularity in Chile
#1042019 | #922020 | #1222021 |
Popularity in Germany
#952021 | #1002022 | #1152023 |
Popularity in Mexico
#982020 | #1092021 |
Popularity in Argentina
#1302013 | #1212014 | #1142015 |
Popularity in Austria
#1832021 | #1612022 |
Popularity in Switzerland
#2482020 | #1952021 | #2482022 |
Popularity in Sweden
#2672022 | #8752022 | #2732023 |
Popularity in Poland
#4222016 | #5992017 | #4592022 |
Popularity in Quebec, Canada
#4952020 | #6212021 | #6712022 |
Popularity in England and Wales
#9622020 | #9632021 |
Popularity in Canada
#10242019 |
Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources
Is Elian a Name for Boys or Girls?
In modern usage, Elian is considered gender-neutral. Its flexibility in pronunciation and meaning makes it suitable for both boys and girls.
Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Elian
- Lian
- Lee
- Al
- Lio
- Meaning: He will laugh, he will rejoice
Origin: HebrewIsaac - Meaning: God has given, gift of God
Origin: HebrewJonathan - Meaning: Royal ruler, greatest champion
Origin: WelshKendrick - Meaning: Brave as a lion, lion-hearted
Origin: Italian, Spanish, Portuguese Leonardo - Meaning: Gift of God
Origin: GreekMatthias - Meaning: Gift of God, God has given
Origin: HebrewNathaniel - Meaning: Olive tree
Origin: English, Old FrenchOliver
Elian in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places
- Elian Gonzalez (Political Figure, born 1993): A Cuban boy at the center of an international custody and immigration controversy in the early 2000s.
- Elian Herrera (Baseball Player, born 1985): A Dominican former professional baseball player who played in Major League Baseball.
- Elian Estrada (Singer, born 1980): A Mexican singer and songwriter celebrated for his contributions to regional Mexican music.
- Elian Evans (Actor, born 1970): A British actor featured in numerous television series and stage productions.
- Elian Rae (Model, born 1998): An American model who has appeared in high-profile fashion campaigns and runway shows.
- Elian Carson (Artist, born 1965): A Canadian visual artist known for his contemporary and abstract artworks.
- Elian Ortiz (Politician, 1950–2010): A prominent Puerto Rican politician who served as a senator and advocate for social justice.
- Elian Korus (Athlete, born 1992): A Polish professional soccer player who has played for several top-tier clubs.
- Elian ("The Passage," 2019 TV Series): A character involved in the events surrounding a secret government medical facility.
- "Elian" (2017 Documentary): Chronicles the story of Elian Gonzalez and the international custody battle that ensued.
- Elian Harper ("To All the Boys I've Loved Before," 2018 Film): A supporting character in this popular teen romance film.
- Elian ("Paranormal Witness," 2011 TV Series): Features in an episode recounting eerie, real-life supernatural experiences.
- "Elian, the Boy Who Would Be King" (2016 Novel): A fictional retelling of Elian Gonzales's story with a fantastical twist.
- Elian ("Touched by an Angel," 1994 TV Series): A young boy who encounters angels and learns important life lessons.
- Elian ("Lambs of God," 2019 TV Series): A character who interacts with nuns living in a remote convent.
- Elian Park (California, USA): A public park located in a residential area, featuring playgrounds and picnic areas.
- Elian Lake (Ontario, Canada): A scenic lake situated in the northern part of Ontario, popular for fishing and boating.
- Elian Avenue (Queensland, Australia): A street in Brisbane with various residential and commercial properties.
- Elian Bay (Western Cape, South Africa): A picturesque bay offering beautiful coastal views and opportunities for water sports.
- Elian Gardens (Dublin, Ireland): A community garden in the heart of Dublin, providing a green space for residents and visitors.
- Elian Hills (Arizona, USA): A small range of hills offering hiking trails and panoramic views of the surrounding desert landscape.
- Elian River (Sichuan, China): A river flowing through the Sichuan province, supporting local agriculture and wildlife.
Similar Names to Elian
- Meaning: Who is like God?, gift from God
Origin: HebrewMichael - Meaning: God has healed
Origin: HebrewRaphael - Meaning: God is my light, flame of God
Origin: HebrewUriel - Meaning: Lion of God
Origin: HebrewAriel - Meaning: God is my judge
Origin: HebrewDaniel - Meaning: Strong, firm, enduring
Origin: HebrewEthan - Meaning: Faithful, whole-hearted, bold, brave
Origin: HebrewCaleb
Sibling Names for Elian
- Meaning: God is my judge
Origin: HebrewDaniel - Meaning: Strong, firm, enduring
Origin: HebrewEthan - Meaning: Faithful, whole-hearted, bold, brave
Origin: HebrewCaleb - Meaning: New house, bright
Origin: Arabic, BasqueXavier - Meaning: Bringer of light, from Lucania
Origin: LatinLucas - Meaning: He will laugh, he will rejoice
Origin: HebrewIsaac - Meaning: Olive tree
Origin: English, Old FrenchOliver
- Meaning: Air, melody
Origin: Indian, Italian, Albanian, Persian, Aramaic, HebrewAria - Meaning: Heavenly, celestial
Origin: LatinCeleste - Meaning: Youthful, little Julia
Origin: French, LatinJuliette - Meaning: Alive, lively
Origin: Latin, ItalianViviana - Meaning: Mighty in battle, strength in battle
Origin: GermanicMatilda - Meaning: Weaver, duck
Origin: GreekPenelope
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- Meaning: Treasurer, bringer of treasure
Origin: PersianJasper - Meaning: Joined, united
Origin: HebrewLevi - Meaning: Soldier, merciful
Origin: Latin, German, EnglishMiles - Meaning: Little red-head, rowan tree
Origin: English, IrishRowan - Meaning: Forest, woods
Origin: LatinSilas - Meaning: God's gift
Origin: GreekTheo
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