Helena
hel-AY-nah
Girl · Greek
Meaning: Bright, shining light, torch
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Elena
Girl · Greek · Medium name
- Meaning
- Shining light
- Pronunciation
- eh-LAY-nuh
- Origin
- Greek
- Popularity
- Common in United States (2023)
From Greek 'helene' meaning light or torch; a form of Helen.
Popularity: US SSA, 2023
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Languages in use: Greek, Spanish, Italian
Commonly used in: United States, Italy, Spain
Alternate spellings
HelenaGreek / Latin
Latin-rooted form of Helen.
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US SSA, Baby Names from Social Security Card Applications (2023). Last verified 2025-01-15.
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