Eleny
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Eleny first appeared in US Social Security records in 1995.
Over 326 babies have been named Eleny in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Eleny is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #6,854 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #6,854
- Total SSA Count
- 17
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About the Name Eleny
Eleny is a girl name .
Eleny is currently ranked #6,854 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Eleny include Ele, Ely, Elie, and Elekins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Eleny include Elena, Eleni, Elenora . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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