Elliana
Elliana is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning “My God has answered”, pronounced el-ee-AH-nuh. It ranked #139 in the United States in 2025, given to 2,099 babies, and peaked at #115 in 2023. Common nicknames: Ellie, Ana, Lia.
How popular is Elliana in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Elliana mean, and where does it come from?
Elliana is a stylish respelling of Eliana, blending the Hebrew "Eli" (my God) with "anna" (has answered), yielding "my God has answered me." The extra "l" gives it a softer, more flowing sound that has appealed to parents drawn to the popular "-anna" and "-liana" name endings of the 2010s and 2020s. It sits within a large family of related spellings, including Eliana, Elianna, and Aliana, all rising together in U.S. popularity.
How is Elliana used around the world?
Elliana is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 1+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Elliana?
Famous People Named Elliana
- Elliana Walmsley — American competitive dancer known from "Dance Moms" and her own streaming series
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Elliana mean?
Elliana is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning "My God has answered." Elliana is a stylish respelling of Eliana, blending the Hebrew "Eli" (my God) with "anna" (has answered), yielding "my God has answered me." The extra "l" gives it a softer, more flowing sound that has appealed to parents drawn to the popular "-anna" and "-liana" name endings of the 2010s and 2020s.
How do you pronounce Elliana?
Elliana is pronounced el-ee-AH-nuh. Common variations include Eliana, Elianna, Aliana.
Is Elliana a girl name?
Yes, Elliana is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Ellie, Ana, Lia.