Helena

Meaning of Helena

Helena means "bright" or "shining light."

Helena has Greek roots — browse every Greek baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Helena

Helena is more popular than ever, reaching a new high of #363 in 2025 from #662 in 2000.

Notable people named Helena

• Helena Bonham Carter
  Actress known for eccentric roles
• Helena Christensen
  Danish supermodel and photographer
• Helena Rubinstein
  Cosmetics businesswoman and founder
• Helena Suková
  Czech professional tennis player
• Helena Paparizou
  Greek-Swedish singer and entertainer

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Questions about the name Helena

What does the name Helena mean?

Helena means helena means "bright" or "shining light.", and it comes from Greek origins.

Is Helena a boy's or a girl's name?

Helena is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Helena?

In 2025, Helena ranked #363 for girls, up from #414 the year before.

When was Helena most popular?

Helena peaked at #363 in 2025.