Aljona
Greek · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Aljona
Aljona is a Slavic variant of the Greek name Helene, derived from the root "hel-" meaning "bright" or "shining," and is linguistically connected to the sun goddess Helios.
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Etymology
Aljona is a Slavic variant of the Greek name Helene, derived from the root "hel-" meaning "bright" or "shining," and is linguistically connected to the sun goddess Helios. The name is primarily used in German-speaking countries and Scandinavia, with particular popularity in Germany and Austria during the 20th century, though it has Slavic roots and variants found across Eastern European cultures.
Aljona currently ranks #3,275 in the United States as a girl's name.
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