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Elayna

Girl name · 6 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Elayna: 6 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2011.

Elayna is a graceful modern variant of the classic Helen, ultimately derived from the Greek Helene, meaning "torch" or "moon," and possibly linked to the Greek word for "light." The name has been borne by Elayna Carausu, a Romanian-born Canadian actress known for her work in independent films. While no major places are directly named after an Elayna, the root Helen has inspired countless locations, from Helena, Montana, to Saint Helena island. This particular spelling, with its lyrical 'y', emerged as a popular alternative to Elena or Alayna in the late 20th century, offering a fresh yet timeless feel. It shares a phonetic kinship with the Scottish name Eilidh, though Elayna’s Greek roots give it a distinctly international character.