Elan
Elan is a Jewish boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Tree”.
| Meaning | Tree |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | אִילָן |
| Pronunciation | ee-LAHN |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel, United States, France |
Meaning and origin of Elan
Elan is a spelling of the Hebrew Ilan, 'tree'. Nature names like Ilan, Oren ('pine') and Alon ('oak') became popular in Israel during the twentieth century. Elan also exists as a separate word in English and French, élan, meaning flair or vigour, which gives the spelling extra appeal outside Israel. The Israeli astronaut Ilan Ramon is a famous bearer of the Ilan spelling.
Is Elan a Jewish name?
Elan, as Ilan, is a modern Hebrew name used by Jewish families. Trees hold a special place in Judaism, celebrated at Tu BiShvat, the New Year of Trees.
How popular is Elan?
Ilan is common in Israel; the Elan spelling appears mostly abroad.
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Spellings and variants of Elan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Elan mean?
Elan means 'Tree'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Elan a Jewish name?
Elan, as Ilan, is a modern Hebrew name used by Jewish families. Trees hold a special place in Judaism, celebrated at Tu BiShvat, the New Year of Trees.
How do you pronounce Elan?
Elan is pronounced ee-LAHN.
Is Elan a boy or girl name?
Elan is usually a boy name.