Sun or sunshine
Aelia is a Roman family name derived from the Greek word 'helios', meaning sun. It was the family name of the Roman Emperor Hadrian and has a luminous, ethereal quality that feels both ancient and fresh.
About 18 girls were named Aelia in 2025.
Empress of the Eastern Roman Empire
Saint and Empress of the Byzantine Empire
The Roman colony founded by Emperor Hadrian
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
