US Popularity:942
Origin:Greek
Meaning:shining light
Invite some light into your life with this classic name. Helena, a Greek girl's name, means "shining light" and is a variant of the names Eleanor and Helen. It offers a youthful sound that's carefully balanced with its old-fashioned feel. As further proof that you have a great sense of style, look to famous bearers of the name like iconic actress Helena Bonham Carter and supermodel Helena Christensen.

Famous People Named Helena

Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
  • Helena
    Queen Victoria and Prince Albert

Helena Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Helena is currently #694 on The Bump
Girl:Helena is currently #298 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Helena is currently #942 in U.S. births
Girl:Helena is currently #352 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#942
in 2022
+ 63
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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