Bright, shining light
Elina is a European variant of Helen, found across Scandinavian, Slavic, and Baltic languages. It shares the same etymological root as Elena and Ellen, signifying brilliance and radiance. The name has gained popularity in the United States as a softer, more melodic alternative to the classic Eleanor or the trendy Eliana.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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Latvian operatic mezzo-soprano
Estonian singer and Eurovision contestant
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