Ellena vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Ellena Rank #2,816
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #2816 for Ellena.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ellena ___

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

Olivia ___

  • Olivia Rose
  • Olivia Grace
  • Olivia Jane
  • Olivia Mae
  • Olivia Claire
  • Olivia Jade

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Ellena

Sophia Oliver Isabella Sebastian Charlotte

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ellena or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Ellena at #2816 in the United States.

What do Ellena and Olivia mean?

Ellena means "torch, shining light" (Greek origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Ellena and Olivia boy or girl names?

Ellena is primarily a girl name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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