Teija-Leena
Greek · Girl · 4 syllables
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About the name Teija-Leena
Teija-Leena is a Finnish compound name where "Teija" derives from the Greek name Thea (meaning "goddess") and "Leena" is a diminutive of Helena, also from Greek meaning "light" or "bright." The name is used primarily in Finland and other Nordic countries, reflecting Finnish naming traditions of the 20th century when compound feminine names were particularly popular.
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Etymology
Teija-Leena is a Finnish compound name where "Teija" derives from the Greek name Thea (meaning "goddess") and "Leena" is a diminutive of Helena, also from Greek meaning "light" or "bright." The name is used primarily in Finland and other Nordic countries, reflecting Finnish naming traditions of the 20th century when compound feminine names were particularly popular.
Teija-Leena currently ranks #3,864 in the United States as a girl's name.
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