Ilene vs Helen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ilene

Girl #5,678 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright, shining light"

Origin: Greek Helen/Irene influence

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Girl #424 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"torch, shining light"

Origin: Greek

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Ilene Rank #5,678

Helen Rank #424

Helen is more popular, ranked #424 vs #5678 for Ilene.

Is Ilene or Helen more popular?

Helen is more popular, ranked #424 compared to Ilene at #5678 in the United States.

What do Ilene and Helen mean?

Ilene means "bright, shining light" (Greek Helen/Irene influence origin). Helen means "torch, shining light" (Greek origin).

Are Ilene and Helen boy or girl names?

Ilene is primarily a girl name. Helen is primarily a girl name.