Helena vs Lydia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Helena

Girl #414 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"shining light, bright one"

Origin: Greek

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Girl #97 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"beautiful one, noble"

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Helena Rank #414

Lydia Rank #97

Lydia is more popular, ranked #97 vs #414 for Helena.

Is Helena or Lydia more popular?

Lydia is more popular, ranked #97 compared to Helena at #414 in the United States.

What do Helena and Lydia mean?

Helena means "shining light, bright one" (Greek origin). Lydia means "beautiful one, noble" (Greek origin).

Are Helena and Lydia boy or girl names?

Helena is primarily a girl name. Lydia is primarily a girl name.