Elena vs Ellen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elena

Girl #45 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"Bright, shining light; torch"

Origin: Greek

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Girl #1,032 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"sunlight, moon (alternate etymology)"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Elena Rank #45

Ellen Rank #1,032

Elena is more popular, ranked #45 vs #1032 for Ellen.

Is Elena or Ellen more popular?

Elena is more popular, ranked #45 compared to Ellen at #1032 in the United States.

What do Elena and Ellen mean?

Elena means "Bright, shining light; torch" (Greek origin). Ellen means "sunlight, moon (alternate etymology)" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Elena and Ellen boy or girl names?

Elena is primarily a girl name. Ellen is primarily a girl name.