Sanela
Fact sheet
- Name
- Sanela
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 3
The first name Sanela, used for girls, can carry the meaning "the healthy one," derived from the Latin word 'sana', which means 'healthy' or 'whole.' Another possible meaning is "the dream" or "the dreamer," derived from the South Slavic word 'sȁn' for 'sleep' or 'dream.'
What does the name Sanela mean?
Sanela is a predominantly South Slavic girl's name, particularly in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The name can mean both "the healthy one," derived from the Latin 'sana', and "the dream" or "the dreamer," derived from the South Slavic 'sȁn'. The male counterpart to Sanela is Sanel.
Where does the name Sanela come from?
Sanela is a feminine given name whose roots lie in both Latin and South Slavic. The meanings range from "the dreamer" to "the dream." The Latin etymology 'sanus, -a, -um' stands for 'healthy' or 'whole,' while the South Slavic word 'sȁn' means 'sleep' or 'dream.' The name is used in various languages, including Bosnian, Indian, Yugoslav, Croatian, and other South Slavic languages.
How do you pronounce Sanela?
The pronunciation of Sanela is three syllables and melodic. The name is pronounced as "Sa-ne-la" [zaˈneːla], with the open a sounds framing an emphasized middle syllable. This clear syllable structure gives the name a balanced combination of lightness and substance, making it sound friendly and pleasant.
Popularity
In Germany, Sanela is a common first name and currently ranks 3,210th in the list of the most popular female baby names. Its best placement was in 1979, reaching 132nd place. In the last ten years, Sanela has been given as a first name about 100 times, placing it 2,494th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 2,613th.
Nicknames & pet names
Ela / Lela / Nela / Sana / Saneli / Sanelica / Sanelica Sana / Sani / Sanii / Sano / Sunny
Similar first names
Famous people
- Sanela Knezovic (Croatian handball player)
- Sanela Sijercic (singer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Sanela
What is the origin of the name Sanela?
Sanela has its roots in both Latin and South Slavic. The name is primarily used in Bosnia and Herzegovina and other South Slavic countries.
What does the name Sanela mean?
The name Sanela can have several meanings, including 'the healthy one,' derived from the Latin 'sana,' as well as 'the dreamer,' based on the South Slavic word 'sȁn,' which means 'dream.'
How popular is the name Sanela?
Sanela is particularly common in South Slavic countries, where it is appreciated as an elegant and emotional name, but it is less known in other parts of the world.