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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Oak tree
- Origin
- Hebrew (variant of Elon)
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- ay-LAHN
Elan is a Hebrew name, a variant of Elon, meaning 'oak tree' — pronounced ay-LAHN. It works as a name for any gender and leans toward a clean, modern style. You may come across the claim that it means 'God is gracious,' but that gloss doesn't match Elan's attested Hebrew root.
Meaning & Origin of Elan
Meaning: Oak tree.
Origin: Hebrew (variant of Elon).
A common claim: God is gracious Actually: Elan doesn't mean 'God is gracious.' It's a variant of Elon, meaning 'oak tree.'
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Elan
ay-LAHNIPA /eɪˈlɑːn/
Popularity of Elan
In Social Security data spanning 1963 to 2024, Elan peaked at #1266 in 2011 with 136 babies given the name, then fell to #2636 by 2024 with just 50.
Names Like Elan
These names share Elan’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Elan mean?
Oak tree. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Elan?
Elan is pronounced ay-LAHN (IPA: /eɪˈlɑːn/).
Is Elan a popular name right now?
Elan peaked at #1266 in 2011 and is ranked #2636 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1963–2024.)
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