Helena vs Melina

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Helena

Girl #414 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"shining light, bright one"

Origin: Greek

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Girl #633 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"honey, sweet"

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Helena Rank #414

Melina Rank #633

Helena is more popular, ranked #414 vs #633 for Melina.

Is Helena or Melina more popular?

Helena is more popular, ranked #414 compared to Melina at #633 in the United States.

What do Helena and Melina mean?

Helena means "shining light, bright one" (Greek origin). Melina means "honey, sweet" (Greek origin).

Are Helena and Melina boy or girl names?

Helena is primarily a girl name. Melina is primarily a girl name.