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Rank #45 · Rising since 2020
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Popularity score: 62 · SSA Rank: #45
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Popularity score: 0 = least popular, 100 = most popular. Based on SSA rank.
Elena scores well on meaning depth but there are tradeoffs — it's a well-known name in this region.
Scores are percentile-ranked across 43,000+ names.
Elena beats the neutral-drift null model in 10% of its 158 tracked years — above the random baseline, but not dominant.
Source: Namesake null-model analysis · Phase 5 · Lieberson (2000) framework →
Qualities shared by notable Elenas
Elena is a Greek girl name with steady SSA rankings. It ranked #45 in the US in 2024.
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