Yelena
Russian · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Yelena
Yelena is the Russian and Slavic form of Helen, derived from the Greek name Helene, which likely originates from the Greek word "helios" meaning "sun" or from "hele" meaning "torch" or "bright." The name is primarily used in Russian, Ukrainian, and other Slavic cultures, with historical significance dating back to ancient Greek mythology through Helen of Troy, and gaining prominence in Orthodox Christian traditions.
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Etymology
Yelena is the Russian and Slavic form of Helen, derived from the Greek name Helene, which likely originates from the Greek word "helios" meaning "sun" or from "hele" meaning "torch" or "bright." The name is primarily used in Russian, Ukrainian, and other Slavic cultures, with historical significance dating back to ancient Greek mythology through Helen of Troy, and gaining prominence in Orthodox Christian traditions.
Yelena currently ranks #1,807 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2022.
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