Helena is a girl's name of Greek origin meaning “Bright, shining light.” It has 3 syllables, giving it an elegant, melodic rhythm. Common nicknames include Helen, Lena. As of 2023, Helena ranks #456 among girls' names in the United States and has held a steady level of popularity. Its highest US ranking was #456 in 2023.
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heh-LAY-nah
Phonetic spelling
Currently #456 among US baby names.
* Based on US Social Security Administration birth-registration data
Helena means “Bright, shining light.” It is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Helena is pronounced heh-LAY-nah.
Helena is most commonly used as a girl's name.
Helena currently ranks #456 among girls' names in the United States.
Popular nicknames for Helena include Helen, Lena.
Middle names that pair well with Helena include Helena Rose, Helena Grace, Helena Marie, Helena Jane.
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