Hélène

Gender
Female (Feminine | Girl)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
Hélène is a French variation of the Greek name Helenē, which means “torch” or “shining light”. In Greek mythology, Helenē was the daughter of Zeus and Leda, and wife of King Menelaus of Sparta. She was famously beautiful and her abduction by Prince Paris of Troy started the Trojan War.
Pronunciation
EH-LEHN
The name is pronounced as “ay-LEN” in French.
Popularity
While it is quite popular in France, Hélène is not as common globally. It is ranked #1758 in the United States and is not currently in the top 1000 baby names in many other countries.

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Hélène Name meanings & History

Hélène is a French variation of the Greek name Helenē, which means “torch” or “shining light”. In Greek mythology, Helenē was the daughter of Zeus and Leda, and wife of King Menelaus of Sparta. She was famously beautiful and her abduction by Prince Paris of Troy started the Trojan War. French form of Helen. Hélène is a beautiful and elegant name that is suitable for a wide range of baby girls. It is commonly used in France but has also spread to other parts of the world, particularly among parents with an interest in Greek mythology or romantic, old-fashioned names.

Zodiac Sign of Hélène: Heart's Desire Capricorn,Hope Aquarius

Synonyms of Hélène:

H: Heart's Desire,Hope,Hyper,Haggle,Hobnobbing

E: Enlighten,Expressive,Enliven,Environment,Exaggerate,Entertain

L: Languid,Lover,Liaison,Lovely,Luscious,Lazy,Legal

N: Nitpicking,Neurosis,Nutrition,Nice,Nagging,Nervous,Neat

Hélène is:

  • a Class name
  • a Classic name
  • a Complex name
  • a Formal name
  • a Mature name
  • a Natural name
  • a Refined name
  • a Serious name
  • a Strange name
  • a Upper name
  • a Wholesome name

Famous People

Famous people with the name Hélène include French singer and actress Hélène Segara and French artist Hélène Delprat.

2.) HÉLÈNE (Female)

Usage: French

Meanings: From the Greek Helene, which is derived from the element ele (light). The name was borne by the Christian mother (c. 248-327) of Constantine the Great. Her influence led to the toleration of Christianity, and she is credited with finding the True Cross buried in a hillock close to Calvary. (HAY-LEN)


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