Elena (en. Helena)

/eˈlena/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Proper name for a person, generally feminine.
Elena is a charming friend.
Elena es una encantadora amiga.
Name used in literary and cultural works.
In the novel, Elena is the protagonist.
En la novela, Elena es la protagonista.
It tends to be a popular name in several Spanish-speaking cultures.
In my friend's family, there are several Elenas.
En la familia de mi amiga, hay varias Elenas.

Etymology

The name Elena comes from the Greek 'Helene', which means 'light' or 'bright'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Elena the beautiful
Reference to the beauty of a woman named Elena.
Elena la hermosa
The story of Elena
Narrative involving a person named Elena.
La historia de Elena

Related Words

Helena
Variant of the name Elena.
Helena
Elías
Related masculine name.
Elías

Slang Meanings

Endearing nickname for someone dear.
I always call my mother 'my Elena'.
Siempre le digo 'mi Elena' a mi madre.
Reference to the wisdom of a woman.
She has the wisdom of an Elena.
Ella tiene la sabiduría de una Elena.