Helen

The name Helen is of Greek origins and means "torch."

+ 6% this year
Feminine
Uncommon

Updated February 28, 2024

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Girl name origins & meanings

  • Greek : Torch
  • Irish : Light

Girl name variations

Helene
Helena
Helina
Helaine
Elaine
Elayne
Eleanor
Elinor
Eileen
Elena
Elene
Galina
Lenora
Lena
Lenny
Nelly
Jelena
Jelika
Ilene
Ilean
Ileane
Ileanne
Ileen
Ileine
Ilyne

How Popular Is The Name Helen

Famous people who gave their babies this name

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