Elina
Meaning of Elina
Elina is a charming and elegant name of Greek origin, meaning "light" or "torch." This beautiful name has found favor across various cultures, particularly in Scandinavia and Finland. In English, it is pronounced as ee-LEE-nuh, while in Swedish and Finnish, it is pronounced as eh-LEE-nah. Elina shares similarities with the more widely known variation Elena. Over the years, Elina has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with its highest rank being 873rd in 2023. The name evokes a sense of brightness and warmth, making it an appealing choice for parents seeking a name that embodies both grace and strength.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as ee-LEE-nuh (/iˈlinə/)
Swedish
- Pronunced as eh-LEE-nah (/eˈliːna/)
Finnish
- Pronunced as eh-LEE-nah (/eˈlinə/)
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Notable People Named Elina
| Elina Mykhailivna Svitolina is a Ukrainian professional tennis player who has achieved a career-high ranking of world No. 3 in singles and has won 17 WTA Tour singles titles. |
| Elina Madison is a multi-talented American actress, writer, and producer. |
| Elina Vähälä is a renowned Finnish classical violinist. |
| Elina Nechayeva is an Estonian soprano known for representing Estonia in the Eurovision Song Contest 2018 with the song "La forza". |
| Aili Elina Karjalainen, a Finnish journalist and author, is renowned for her children's books. |
