Light, torch, or tree
Elani is a modern name with multiple possible roots. It is often considered a variant of the Greek name Helen, meaning 'torch' or 'shining light,' or a variation of the Hebrew name Alani, meaning 'oak tree.'
About 322 girls were named Elani in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
South African Olympic long-distance runner
The same feel as Elani — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
