Lena
LEE-nuh
Popularity
#263
Letters
4
Syllables
2
Origin
Greek
Total Births
145,682
Peak Year
#3,015 in 1917
First Recorded
1880
Style
Classic & Timeless, Soft & Gentle
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Lena is a name with multiple origins, including Greek (short for Helena, meaning "light") and Russian (a short form of Yelena). It is a simple and elegant name.
Numerology
The Creative
Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.
Famous Namesakes
Lena Dunham
American actress, writer, and director
Lena Olin
Swedish actress with international acclaim
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