Erja-Leena
Greek · Girl · 4 syllables
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About the name Erja-Leena
Erja-Leena is a Finnish compound name combining "Erja" (derived from the Greek name Irene, meaning "peace") and "Leena" (a Finnish diminutive of Helena, from the Greek Helene, meaning "torch" or "bright one").
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Etymology
Erja-Leena is a Finnish compound name combining "Erja" (derived from the Greek name Irene, meaning "peace") and "Leena" (a Finnish diminutive of Helena, from the Greek Helene, meaning "torch" or "bright one"). The name is used primarily in Finland and other Scandinavian countries, reflecting Finnish naming traditions that favor compound given names, particularly among generations born in the mid-20th century.
Erja-Leena currently ranks #2,301 in the United States as a girl's name.
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