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Helena Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "helena" is "bright, shining", and is used often for "girls".

Name
helena
Meaning
bright, shining
Pronunciation
he-le-nah
Used for
girls
Syllables
3

Helena Name Details

Helena is a feminine given name derived from the Greek name Helenē, meaning 'bright' or 'shining'. In Greek mythology, Helenē was the daughter of Zeus and Leda, and she was known for her beauty. The name Helena gained popularity in the Christian world due to Saint Helena, the mother of Emperor Constantine the Great, who is credited with discovering the True Cross. Helena has various forms and spellings in different languages, including Elena, Eleni, Ellen, and Helen.

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