US Popularity:2814
Origin:Greek
Meaning:Light, shining light, torch
Hellen is a variation of Helen and comes from the Greek Hēlēnē, meaning “shining light,” “torch,” or “light.” This feminine title is related to the Greek word for the sun, hēlios. An enchanting celestial name, Hellen is steeped in antiquity and emanates timeless charm. A title that has survived for millennia, Hellen has recently stepped away from the charts but is no less brilliant. Baby Hellen will always carry a bright energy, never failing to illuminate the path ahead.

Hellen Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Hellen is currently #3536 on The Bump
Girl:Hellen is currently #2411 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Hellen is currently #2814 in U.S. births
Girl:Hellen is currently #1506 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#1506
in 2023
+ 653
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • 100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 151, 152

  • Hamariweb, Hellen Name Meaning

  • Behind the Name, Hellen, February 2019

  • Behind the Name, Helen, November 2020

  • Name Doctor, Hellen

  • Online Etymology Dictionary, helio-, October 2018

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