What is the origin of the name Elina?

Elina is a name of Greek origin.

How popular is the name Elina?

Elina is currently ranked #785 in the United States and is rising in popularity.

How do you pronounce Elina?

Elina is pronounced eh-LEE-nah.

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Elina

eh-LEE-nah

Popularity

#785

rising

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Greek

Total Births

5,836

Peak Year

#358 in 2024

First Recorded

1896

Style

Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Often considered a short form of names like Helena (Greek, 'light') or a Finnish name meaning 'torch'.

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Ella Eli Lina Elle

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Numerology

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

Elina Svitolina
Ukrainian professional tennis player

Nicknames

Ella Eli Lina Elle

Spelling Variations

Elena Elin Alina Eliana

Similar Names

Olivia Sofia Isabella Amelia

Personality Traits

IntelligentCreativeKindGentleGraceful

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