Yelena
Yelena is a Muslim girl name of Russian form of Greek Helena origin, meaning “Torch, bright light”.
| Meaning | Torch, bright light |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Russian form of Greek Helena |
| Pronunciation | yeh-LYEH-nah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Central Asia, Caucasus |
Meaning and origin of Yelena
Yelena is how Russian renders Helena, a Greek name usually tied to helene, meaning torch, or to other words connected with light. Its strongest link is with Orthodox Christianity through Saint Helena, whose son was Constantine, the Roman emperor. Some mixed or secular families in former Soviet countries give it. Older lists sometimes call it Persian, yet neither Persian nor Arabic is its source.
Is Yelena a Muslim name?
Yelena is not a traditional Muslim name but a Russian Christian form of Helena; families wanting a similar sound or a meaning of light often choose Leena, Yasmin, Noor or Elham.
How popular is Yelena?
It is common in Russia, Ukraine and other former Soviet lands, mostly in Christian and secular families.
Gifts with the name Yelena
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yelena mean?
Yelena means 'Torch, bright light'. It is of Russian form of Greek Helena origin.
Is Yelena a Muslim name?
Yelena is not a traditional Muslim name but a Russian Christian form of Helena; families wanting a similar sound or a meaning of light often choose Leena, Yasmin, Noor or Elham.
How do you pronounce Yelena?
Yelena is pronounced yeh-LYEH-nah.
Is Yelena a boy or girl name?
Yelena is usually a girl name.