Elena vs Refugia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elena

Boy #39,080 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, shining light, torch"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Spanish Italian Russian Greek Romanian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#39,080
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Elena Rank #39,080
Refugia Rank #38,954

Refugia is more popular, ranked #38954 vs #39080 for Elena.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elena or Refugia more popular?

Refugia is more popular, ranked #38954 compared to Elena at #39080 in the United States.

What do Elena and Refugia mean?

Elena means "bright, shining light, torch" (Greek origin).

Are Elena and Refugia boy or girl names?

Elena is primarily a boy name. Refugia is primarily a boy name.

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