Elinah

Q: How popular is the name Elinah?

Elinah is ranked #11965 in popularity for girl names.

Girl Name #11,965 Most Popular Hidden Gem 6 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Elinah is a girl name, recorded for 9 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Elinah often also consider Aadaya, Adesire, .

Popularity Over Time

#11,965

Current Rank

Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Popularity Rank: #11,965
Total SSA Count: 9

Alternative Spellings

Elina #785 Elinor #1504 Elin #2533

Nicknames

Eli Ely Eliie Elinie

Middle Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions About Elinah

Is Elinah a boy or girl name?

Elinah is primarily used as a girl name.

How popular is the name Elinah?

Elinah is currently ranked #11965 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Elinah?

Common nicknames for Elinah include Eli, Ely, Eliie, and Elinie.

Is Elinah a common or rare name?

Elinah is an uncommon name, ranked #11965 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Elinah

Elinah is a girl name .

Elinah is currently ranked #11,965 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Elinah include Eli, Ely, Eliie, and Elinie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Elinah include Elina, Elinor, Elin . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.