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Elene

e-LEEN

Elene is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “A variant of Helen, from the Greek 'Ἑλένη (Helénē), meaning 'torch', 'light', or 'bright one'.”. It currently ranks #8057 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1922.

Letters5
Syllables2
OriginGreek

What Elene Means

A variant of Helen, from the Greek 'Ἑλένη (Helénē), meaning 'torch', 'light', or 'bright one'.

The Story of Elene

This radiant Greek name, meaning 'torch' or 'light,' carries an ancient glow, destined to illuminate your daughter's path.

Elene is a variant of Helen, tracing its roots to the Greek 'Ἑλένη (Helénē), meaning 'torch,' 'light,' or 'bright one.' This name carries the luminosity of ancient Greece, associated with figures of myth and history. Its journey has seen it adopted and adapted across Europe, retaining its core meaning of brilliance and clarity through the ages.

When you whisper 'Elene' into your baby’s ear, you feel a sense of bright hope. The name itself seems to glow, a soft, steady light that promises warmth and clarity. You imagine writing 'Elene' on a cherished keepsake, and it feels like inscribing a piece of the dawn itself, a gentle assurance of the brightness she will bring. This name feels like a beacon.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Personality Traits

BrightBeautifulIntelligentKind

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Peak Year

#37 in 1922

Total Births

1,261

First Recorded

1908

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