Helen

Helen means “Bright; shining light”.

Origin: GreekRegion: USA, GlobalGender: GirlSyllables: 2

US popularity

#39

all-time rank

1017K

births

stable

Silent era

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Frequently asked

What does the name Helen mean?

Helen means "Bright; shining light", and is of Greek origin.

What is the origin of Helen?

Helen originates from Greek.

How popular is the name Helen?

Helen has been given to about 1,017,406 babies in the US and is currently stable, most associated with the Silent generation.

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