The nameElian
Elian is a modern boy's name, often linked to Elijah. It has been liked in France since the 2000s.
- Boy's name
- Hebrew or Latin depending on the source
- Feast day
Meaning
Elian is linked to Elijah, from the Hebrew Eliyahu, "my God is Yahweh". In Spanish, Elián comes from the Latin Aelianus.
Origin
Hebrew or Latin depending on the source.
History
Elian grew in France in the 1990s and 2000s and is still given.
Popularity of the name Elian
Elian in France
Elian was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 1,075 births over the decade, 27% of all recorded babies named Elian. Its rise began around 1946, and it peaked in 2006. Half of all babies named Elian in France were born before 2004. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 79 births a year.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Elian mean?
Elian is linked to Elijah, from the Hebrew Eliyahu, "my God is Yahweh". In Spanish, Elián comes from the Latin Aelianus.
What is the origin of the name Elian?
Hebrew or Latin depending on the source.
Is Elian a girl's or a boy's name?
Elian is a boy's name.