Elena
The name Elena is a female given name. It is pronounced [ el-uh-nuh, uh-ley-nuh; Italian e-le-nah ].[1]
It is a pan-European variation of Helen, which dates to the 12th century. Elena is a Greek moniker that signifies "radiant, gleaming light." This is a lovely name that is frequently connected with brilliance, loveliness, and elegance.[2] Elena was among the most popular female names given to girls in Russia in 2004, and third most popular in North Macedonia in 2006. This name was ranked #53 on the US Popular Names in 2021.[3]
Hurricane Elena went across the Gulf Coast of the United States in late August/early September 1985. The name Elena was then retired and replaced by Erika.
People[change | change source]
- Elena Kagan, US Supreme Court justice since 2010 (born 1960)
- Elena Obraztsova, Soviet and Russian opera singer
- Elena Anaya. Spanish actress
References[change | change source]
- ↑ "Definition of Elena | Dictionary.com". www.dictionary.com. Retrieved 2023-03-17.
- ↑ "Elena name Meaning and Origin". babys.name. Retrieved 2023-03-17.
- ↑ "Popular Baby Names". www.ssa.gov. Retrieved 2023-03-17.
