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Ellene

eh-LEEN

Ellene is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “Ellene is a variant of Ellen, which is a short form of Eleanor, meaning 'bright, shining one' or 'other, foreign'. Its origin is Greek.”, and peaked in popularity in 1925.

Letters6
Syllables2
OriginGreek

What Ellene Means

Ellene is a variant of Ellen, which is a short form of Eleanor, meaning 'bright, shining one' or 'other, foreign'. Its origin is Greek.

The Story of Ellene

This name, a whisper of ancient Greek light, carries a brightness that seems to have been waiting for your daughter's arrival.

Ellene is a graceful variant of Ellen, itself a short form of Eleanor, with roots tracing back to the Greek name Helenē. It evokes the meaning 'bright, shining one' or, alternatively, 'other, foreign.' The name's lineage travels from ancient Greece through various European courts, embraced for its elegant sound and luminous meaning.

Imagine the soft glow of a lamp on a quiet evening as you first whisper 'Ellene.' This name carries a gentle, radiant energy, suggesting an inner light that will guide your daughter. You'll feel a sense of serene expectation as you write it on her baby blanket, a promise of clarity and warmth.

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Numerology

9

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Personality Traits

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Peak Year

#36 in 1925

Total Births

875

First Recorded

1907

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