Eliana makes a bold leap into the SSA top 10, signaling a new wave of El- names in US baby naming
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Eliana vaulted from 18th to 10th place on the SSA’s 2025 baby-name list, a sign that El- names with feminine, melodic sounds are resonating across languages. Experts say the rise reflects parents’ desire for distinctive yet familiar options and easy nicknames (Ella, Ellie), though its staying power remains uncertain after similar surges previously peaked and faded.
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