Lene

Lene is a girl's name and a shortened form of Helene, Magdalene, and any moniker that ends with -lene. Helene means "torch," "moon," or "corposant" in Greek, illuminating Lene with its radiance. Magdalene may remind you of St. Mary Magdalene, one of Jesus's most celebrated disciples. It's meaning, "from Magdala," refers to St. Mary Magdalene's birthplace, so choosing Lene for your little one could help them learn more about this saint's story. The Hebrew word migdál also lends Magdalene and Lene the definitions of "elegant," "great," and "tower," encouraging your child to show the world just how brilliant and capable they are.