Elena
girl name#42 in 2025Elena entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #42 in 2025, ranks #42 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1880–2025
#42
rank today
#42
peak (2025)
4,836
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #760 |
| 1890s | #681 |
| 1900s | #580 |
| 1910s | #494 |
| 1920s | #468 |
| 1930s | #518 |
| 1940s | #507 |
| 1950s | #484 |
| 1960s | #440 |
| 1970s | #397 |
| 1980s | #372 |
| 1990s | #303 |
| 2000s | #213 |
| 2010s | #111 |
| 2020s | #49 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Elena has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 100,000 people named Elena are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Elena alive today was born around 2010, making them about 15 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Elena in 2025?
- Elena ranks #42 among US girl names in 2025, with 4,836 babies given the name.
- When was the name Elena most popular?
- Elena peaked in 2025, reaching #42 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Elena with classmates?
- Elena will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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