Helena: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: Helena · 3 syllables
Everything about the name Helena: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«Bright, shining light»
Gender
Girl
Origin
Greek
Popularity
100 out of 100
Where Helena is popular
- BrazilArpen-Brasil / Portal da Transparencia do Registro Civil#1
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About the Name Helena
Helena is a girl's name with Greek roots, traditionally understood to mean "Bright, shining light." Names like this one tend to feel meaningful yet easy to wear from childhood into adulthood.
Pronounced Helena, Helena runs to 3 syllables and has a rhythm that is easy to say in many languages. Helena is usually used in full, without a common nickname.
Today Helena is a very popular choice, scoring 100 out of 100 on our popularity index. In feel it reads as celestial.
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FAQ
What does the name Helena mean?+
The name Helena means "Bright, shining light".
What is the origin of the name Helena?+
Helena is a name of Greek origin.
Is Helena a girl or boy name?+
Helena is traditionally a girl name.
How do you pronounce Helena?+
Helena is pronounced Helena (3 syllables).
Is Helena a popular name?+
Helena is a very popular choice, scoring 100 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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- Theodore
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