The nameElouan
Elouan is a Breton boy's name that has risen sharply in France since the 2000s.
- Boy's name
- Breton
Meaning
The meaning of Elouan is debated. It is linked to Breton words evoking light or to names such as Élouen, without certainty.
Origin
Breton. It is also spelled Éloan or Elouann.
History
Elouan spread beyond Brittany in the 2000s and across France.
Popularity of the name Elouan
Elouan in France
Elouan was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 4,130 births over the decade, 51% of all recorded babies named Elouan. Its rise began around 1997, and it peaked in 2006. Half of all babies named Elouan in France were born before 2008, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 106 births a year on average, against 172 in the five years before.
Variants and related names
Elouan in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Elouan mean?
The meaning of Elouan is debated. It is linked to Breton words evoking light or to names such as Élouen, without certainty.
What is the origin of the name Elouan?
Breton. It is also spelled Éloan or Elouann.
Is Elouan a girl's or a boy's name?
Elouan is a boy's name.
What are the variants of the name Elouan?
Variants and related names of Elouan include Eloan, Eloann and Elouane.