Helena is a girl name of Greek origin meaning “Bright, shining light”. It's a popular choice, ranking in the top 25% of baby names. With 3 syllables, it's elegant and melodic.
heh-LAY-nah
Phonetic spelling
This name ranks in the top 25% of popular names.
* Popularity data based on national birth records and trends
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