Lena
LAY-nuh
Girl · Greek
Meaning: Light, sun ray, torch
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Leni
Gender-neutral · German · Short name
- Meaning
- Light or torch [Behind the Name](https://www.behindthename.com/)
- Pronunciation
- LEH-NEE
- Origin
- German
- Popularity
- Common in United Kingdom (2025)
German diminutive of Helene or Leonie, originating from Greek 'helene' or Latin 'leo'.
Popularity: Lucky Stork Stage 1 Expansion, 2025
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Languages in use: German, Greek, Latin
Commonly used in: Germany, Austria
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