Helen
/HEL-en/
Meaning
Torch; bright, shining one
At a glance
- Origin: American
- Gender: girl
- Syllables: 2
- Popularity: Very common
- Baby-safe: Yes
Cultural notes
A name of Greek origin, famously borne by Helen of Troy, whose abduction sparked the Trojan War. It has been a consistently popular name throughout history and literature.
Vibes
American
English
girl
unisex