Tree or oak tree; God has answered
Elanah is a variant of the Hebrew name Ilana, meaning tree, or a variation of Eliana, meaning God has answered. It carries a strong connection to nature and spiritual gratitude. While rare in the United States, it offers a melodic and sophisticated alternative to more common 'El' names.
Less common today
Elanah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #11,507 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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