Of Greek origin.
Latin form of the name Helen.
From the Greek name “Ελένη”, Helénē.
Etymology of the name is uncertain.
It is associated with the Greek word for the moon, “σελήνη” – selene- and with Venus, the goddess of love, beauty and desire.
In Greek mythology, Helen was the daughter of Zeus and Leda, Queen of Laconia, also known as “Helen of Sparta”.
Alternative forms or the name are: Helene, Ellen, Lena, Elena, Elina, Ella, Elle, Ileana, Yelena.
Famous bearers are Helena Bonham Carter, Helena Christensen, Helena Barlow, Helena Mattsson, Helena Vondráčková, Helena Noguerra, Helena Rojo.