Elana at a glance
- Meaning
- Oak tree
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Religion
- Jewish
- Gender
- girl
- Pronunciation
- E-la-na
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity
- classic
- Variants & Spellings
- Elaana, Elaniya, Elanna, Elaaniya, Elaanna, Elanya
Lucky details for Elana
- Number
- 6
- Color
- Soft Pink
- Stone
- Diamond
- Flower
- Rose
- Day
- Friday
- Planet
- Venus
- Zodiac
- Libra
- Metal
- Copper
Elana is a Hebrew name meaning “oak tree”. Parents choose Elana for its 3-syllable rhythm and its association with warm, affectionate, family-first. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Elana reduce to 6, a number linked with Venus and with people who are nurturing, artistic, creates harmony wherever they go.
Numerology
Chaldean value 6 — Warm, affectionate, family-first.
Personality
Warm, affectionate, family-first
Positive Traits
Nurturing, artistic, creates harmony wherever they go
Negative Traits
Can over-give and forget their own needs
Career Suggestions
Medicine, design, music, education, hospitality
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FAQs about the name Elana
What does the name Elana mean?
Elana means “oak tree” and comes from a Hebrew root.
Is Elana a boy or girl name?
Elana is most often used as a girl name today.
How do you pronounce Elana?
Elana is pronounced E-la-na (3 syllables).
What is the lucky number for Elana?
The lucky number for Elana is 6, ruled by Venus.
What are good nicknames for Elana?
Popular short forms include Elai, Elan, Elay, Ely.
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