Girl Name
Elena
"Bright, shining light, torch"
Ranked #45 for girls
About the Name Elena
Elena is a girl name of Greek origin. The name means "Bright, shining light, torch" and Currently ranked #45 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with E or explore other Greek names.
Popularity Over Time
#3452 1950
#4743 1960
#5294 1970
#6342 1980
#9518 1990
#15712 2000
#28803 2010
#21337 2020
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.
Famous People Named Elena
- EG Elena Gilbert
- EK Elena Kagan