How popular is the name Helen?

Helen has a popularity rate of 50,561 and currently ranks #22126 on BabyNameLore.

Helen

Q: What does the name Helen mean?

Helen is a girl name of Latin origin meaning "Torchlight, Shining light.".

Q: What is the lucky number for the name Helen?

The lucky number associated with Helen is 5. The 5 is the explorer of personality types. They're curious and impulsive; they love to connect with others but also enjoy solitude when necessary. Traveling for them is a chance to see new things and learn about the world around us all in one fell swoop!

Q: What are alternative spellings of Helen?

Alternative spellings of Helen include Alyona, Halina, Heleen, Helen, Helene, Helenka, Ileana, Ileanna, Ili, Ilka, Ilke, Ilon, Ilona, Ilonka, Iluska, Olena, Onella, Yerachmiel, Helena.

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Meaning

Torchlight, Shining light.

Origin

Latin

Gender

Girl

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How Popular is Helen?

Girl names 47,217 names

36% more popular

Latin names 4,114 names

64% more popular

Girl Latin names 2,720 names

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Names starting with H 4,392 names

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What Does Helen Mean?

Helen is a girl name of Latin origin meaning "Torchlight, Shining light.". It is widely used in Latin communities and cherished for its deep meaning.

Did you know? Helen has 5 letters and 2 syllables. It ranks in the top 36% of girl Latin names. This name has Latin origins.

Pronunciation

Say it: HEL un

Numerology

Lucky Number 5

The 5 is the explorer of personality types. They're curious and impulsive; they love to connect with others but also enjoy solitude when necessary. Traveling for them is a chance to see new things and learn about the world around us all in one fell swoop!