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Elena

ˈɛː.le.na
e.ˈle.na
ɛ.ˈlɛ.nɐ
ˈɛ.lɛ.na
ɛ.lʲɛ.ˈnɐ
ˈe.le.nɑ
jɪ.ˈlʲe.nə
ɪ.ˈlʲe.nə
eː.ˈleː.na
ˈɛl.ə.nə
ə.ˈleɪ.nə
Overview

Gender

feminine

Origin

Categories

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Chocolatier characters
Claymore characters
Cyprus in the Eurovision Song Contest
Disney characters
Disney princesses
Dora the Explorer characters
Dynasty characters

Writing Systems

ЕленаBulgarianMacedonianRussian
ΈλεναGreek
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
81/100
classic120%
formal120%
upper class100%
natural100%
wholesome120%
refined140%
strange65%
simple65%
serious100%

Meaning & Etymology

Elena is a form of Helen used in various languages, as well as an alternate transcription of Russian Елена (see Yelena). It is a name with deep historical roots and cultural significance, often associated with light, beauty, and grace.

Etymology

Original Form:

Helen

Evolution:

Elena evolved from the Greek name Helen, which means 'light' or 'torch'. It was adapted into various languages, including Russian, where it became Елена (Yelena).

Source:

Wikipedia

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Diminutives

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Ileana

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Elen

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Jelena

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Elina

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Helena

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Ellen

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Helen

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Jelena

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Eliina

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Elina

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Heleena

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