Elena
Elena is a name of Greek origin meaning 'bright, shining light,' derived from the ancient Greek name Helene. It's the Spanish, Italian, and Slavic form of Helen, carrying timeless elegance across many cultures.
Current Popularity
#45 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to pronounce in multiple languages
- •Spelling is straightforward and rarely confused
- •Well-recognized internationally without feeling dated
- •Popular in Europe, Latin America, and increasingly in English-speaking countries
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Famous People
Elena Ferrante
Italian novelist
Elena Kagan
U.S. Supreme Court Justice
Elena Poniatowska
Mexican journalist and author
Elena Vesnina
Russian professional tennis player
Statistics
103,149
Total births since 1880
2024
Peak year
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