Eliyana
Meaning of Eliyana
Eliyana, a modern rendering of the Hebrew Eliyanah, carries the meaning “my God has answered” and folds the ancient theophoric element El into a sleek four-syllable form. Pronounced el-ee-YAH-nah, it travels comfortably in English while retaining unmistakable Middle-Eastern roots. U.S. Social Security data show a gentle, accountant-pleasing climb—from a mere six recorded births in 2000 to 82 in 2024—keeping the name safely within the “recognisable yet uncommon” bracket (rank 868 most recently). Its appeal lies in balance: softer than Eliana, lighter than Elizabeth, and far less ubiquitous than Ella, yet still anchored by biblical resonance. For parents seeking a name that nods to tradition without surrendering originality, Eliyana offers a measured compromise—quietly distinctive, culturally grounded, and statistically unlikely to populate every cubby in the preschool coatroom.
Pronunciation
Hebrew
- Pronunced as el-ee-YAH-nah (/ɛl.i.ˈja.na/)
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