Elaina

Meaning of Elaina

Elaina means "bright, shining light" or "torch." It suggests someone who is radiant and illuminating.

Elaina has Greek roots — browse every Greek baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Elaina

Elaina has cooled off, slipping to #267 in 2025, down from a peak of #250 in 2020.

Notable people named Elaina

• Elaina Smith
  American country radio host
• Elaina Behnke
  Paralympic swimmer, multiple medalist
• Elaina Bellis
  American fashion model
• Elaina Scotto
  New York TV journalist
• Elaina O'Dowd
  Irish singer-songwriter

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Questions about the name Elaina

What does the name Elaina mean?

Elaina means elaina means "bright, shining light" or "torch." it suggests someone who is radiant and illuminating, and it comes from Greek origins.

Is Elaina a boy's or a girl's name?

Elaina is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Elaina?

In 2025, Elaina ranked #267 for girls, down from #254 the year before.

When was Elaina most popular?

Elaina peaked at #250 in 2020.