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Elina

Girl name · 24 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Elina: 24 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 5 births in 2025.

With roots in ancient Greek, Elina shares the luminous meaning of Helen—‘torch’ or ‘light’—and has long been a beloved variation across Scandinavia and the Baltic. The Ukrainian tennis star Elina Svitolina brought the name to global attention, while Latvian mezzo-soprano Elīna Garanča graces the world’s great opera stages. Though no major place bears the name, its soft, melodic sound echoes through Finland and Sweden, where it’s a classic choice. Interestingly, Elina also appears in Sanskrit traditions with a similar sense of radiance, making it a quietly cross-cultural name that feels both delicate and strong—perfect for a little girl with a bright future.