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Eleni Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "eleni" is "torch; bright, shining; shining light", and is used often for "girls".

Name
eleni
Meaning
torch; bright, shining; shining light
Pronunciation
el-uh-nee
Used for
girls
Syllables
3

Eleni Name Details

Eleni is a feminine given name, derived from the Greek name Ελένη (Eleni), which is a variant of the name Helen. In Greek mythology, Helen was the daughter of Zeus and Leda, and her kidnapping by Paris led to the Trojan War. The name Eleni carries the meaning of a torch or a shining light, symbolizing brightness and illumination. It is a popular name in Greece and other Greek-speaking regions, and is also used in various other countries around the world.

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