Bright, shining light
Elanie is a modern variant of Elaine or Alani. It is most commonly associated with the Greek name Helen, meaning 'torch' or 'coruscating,' symbolizing brightness and beauty. In some contexts, it is treated as a rhythmic elaboration of the name Laney.
Less common today
Elanie isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,037 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A character in the fantasy novel series · The Chronicles of Elanie
