Helen is a girl's name of Greek origin meaning “Bright light; meaning "shining illumination" or "radiant glow".” With 2 syllables, it is short and easy to say. Common nicknames include Nell, Nellie. As of 2023, Helen ranks #397 among girls' names in the United States and has held a steady level of popularity. Its highest US ranking was #397 in 2023.
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HEL-en
Phonetic spelling
Currently #397 among US baby names.
* Based on US Social Security Administration birth-registration data
Helen means “Bright light; meaning "shining illumination" or "radiant glow".” It is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Helen is pronounced HEL-en.
Helen is most commonly used as a girl's name.
Helen currently ranks #397 among girls' names in the United States.
Popular nicknames for Helen include Nell, Nellie.
Middle names that pair well with Helen include Helen Rose, Helen Marie, Helen Grace, Helen Kay.
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