Jelitza
Slavic · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Jelitza
Jelitza is a feminine given name of Slavic origin, likely a variant of Jelica or Jelena, meaning "bright" or "shining one," derived from the Greek root *helene*.
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Etymology
Jelitza is a feminine given name of Slavic origin, likely a variant of Jelica or Jelena, meaning "bright" or "shining one," derived from the Greek root *helene*. It is primarily used in Slavic cultures, particularly in South Slavic regions like Serbia and Croatia, often within Eastern Orthodox Christian communities, though it lacks notable historical prominence.
Jelitza currently ranks #17,760 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2001.
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