Name comparison · girl names
Eleanor vs. Elena
In 2025, Eleanor leads at #12 among U.S. girls' names, with Elena at #42. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Eleanor | Elena |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Rising | Rising |
| 2025 rank | #12 | #42 |
| Babies in 2025 | 7,649 | 4,836 |
| All-time peak | #12 in 2025 | #42 in 2025 |
| Uniqueness score | 9 / 100 | 15 / 100 |
| Strongest state | Maine (#2) | New Mexico (#13) |