Helena vs Elena

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Helena

Girl #414 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"shining light, bright one"

Origin: Greek

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Girl #45 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"Bright, shining light; torch"

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Helena Rank #414

Elena Rank #45

Elena is more popular, ranked #45 vs #414 for Helena.

Is Helena or Elena more popular?

Elena is more popular, ranked #45 compared to Helena at #414 in the United States.

What do Helena and Elena mean?

Helena means "shining light, bright one" (Greek origin). Elena means "Bright, shining light; torch" (Greek origin).

Are Helena and Elena boy or girl names?

Helena is primarily a girl name. Elena is primarily a girl name.