Elianys is of Spanish origin, derived from the Hebrew name Eleanor, which means "light". It is composed of two elements: "ella", meaning "she" or "her", and "Anis", a form of the name Anna, which translates to "grace" or "favor". Thus, Elianys can be interpreted as "her grace" or "her favor". This name gained popularity in Spain during the 20th century and has since been adopted by other Spanish-speaking countries. It is often associated with warmth, charm, and elegance. In the United States, it is relatively uncommon but can be found among Hispanic communities. The name Elianys typically does not have any specific pronunciation variations, with the emphasis usually placed on the second syllable, resulting in a sound similar to "e-lee-AH-nis". It is often misspelled as Eliannis or Elianny due to its unique spelling and pronunciation.
Elianys has seen a steady increase in popularity over the years, with a notable spike in recent times. The name first appeared on the birth charts in 2009 with six occurrences, then it fluctuated before consistently gaining traction from 2015 onwards. The highest number of births recorded for Elianys was in 2021 and 2022, with 22 and 21 babies respectively. However, there seems to be a slight decrease in its popularity in the most recent year, 2023, with only 15 births registered. Overall, since 2009, Elianys has seen a total of 190 babies named after it.