Elean, derived from the Greek name Helen, means 'torch' or 'shining light'. It is of Greek origin and was popularized through the mythical figure Helen of Troy, whose beauty sparked the Trojan War. Elean has been a less common variant of the more traditional Hellenic names like Helen and Elena, but it holds its own distinct charm.
Between 1921 and 1989, the name Elean was chosen for a total of 55 babies born over those years. The most popular year for the name was 1924 with 10 births, while other years saw between 5 to 6 births each.