What Does Helena Mean

he-le-na. Origin:Greek. Popularity:999. Meaning:shining light.

What does Helena mean in English?

The name Helena is a girl’s name of Greek origin meaning “torch; shining light”. Helena is a more delicate and dainty version of Helen, a favorite of Shakespeare, who used it in both All’s Well That Ends Well and A Midsummer’s Night Dream.

Does Helena mean moon?

Meaning of Helena The name is as well derived from ancient Greek “selēnē/σελήνη” meaning “moon”.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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