Electra vs Xilena

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Electra

Girl #10,284 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"amber, shining, bright"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Roman American European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#10,284
Total SSA Count
11
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Ellie, Ella, Elec

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Electra Rank #10,284
Xilena Rank #10,344

Electra is more popular, ranked #10284 vs #10344 for Xilena.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Electra ___

  • Electra Rose
  • Electra Jade
  • Electra Vivienne
  • Electra Mae
  • Electra Grace
  • Electra Clio

Xilena ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Electra

Orestes Iphigenia Cassandra Penelope Lysander

If you choose Xilena

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Electra or Xilena more popular?

Electra is more popular, ranked #10284 compared to Xilena at #10344 in the United States.

What do Electra and Xilena mean?

Electra means "amber, shining, bright" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Electra and Xilena boy or girl names?

Electra is primarily a girl name. Xilena is primarily a girl name.

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