Aja vs Ellena

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aja

Girl #2,617 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"unborn, eternal soul"

Origin: Sanskrit

Cultural Roots

Indian Nigerian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,617
Total SSA Count
67
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
AJ

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Ellena

Girl #2,816 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"torch, shining light"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Italian English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,816
Total SSA Count
59
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Ella, Ellie, Lena

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Popularity Comparison

Aja Rank #2,617
Ellena Rank #2,816

Aja is more popular, ranked #2617 vs #2816 for Ellena.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Aja ___

  • Aja Marie
  • Aja Rose
  • Aja Lynn
  • Aja Grace
  • Aja Nicole
  • Aja Renee

Ellena ___

  • Ellena Rose
  • Ellena Grace
  • Ellena Marie
  • Ellena Jane
  • Ellena Claire
  • Ellena Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Aja

Zara Mila Kai Remy Nadia

If you choose Ellena

Sophia Oliver Isabella Sebastian Charlotte

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aja or Ellena more popular?

Aja is more popular, ranked #2617 compared to Ellena at #2816 in the United States.

What do Aja and Ellena mean?

Aja means "unborn, eternal soul" (Sanskrit origin). Ellena means "torch, shining light" (Greek origin).

Are Aja and Ellena boy or girl names?

Aja is primarily a girl name. Ellena is primarily a girl name.

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