Origin, Meaning and History of Helene
Helene is a female name with a rich history and diverse origins. It is a French variant of the name Helen, which is derived from the ancient Greek name ‘Ἑλένη’ which translates to ‘solar deity,’ ‘to shine,’ ‘warm,’ ‘torch,’ or ‘corposant.’ The name might also be related to the ancient Greek term ‘selene’ which means ‘moon.’
In Greek mythology, Helen was the daughter of Leda and Zeus, and is widely recognized as Helen of Argos, Helen of Sparta, or Helen of Troy due to her unparalleled beauty. She was considered to be the most beautiful woman in the world, and was famously referred to as “the face that launched a thousand ships.”
The name was also shared by the 4th-century Saint Helena who was the mother of emperor Constantine. Another noticeable figure with the name is Hellen Keller. She was an American author and lecturer who was both blind and deaf. Despite her disabilities, she became a renowned advocate for disability rights.
The name Helene has various forms and spellings in different languages and cultures. For instance, in Croatian, the name can be spelled as Helena, Jelena, Ela, Jela, and Jelka. In Dutch, it can appear as Heleen, Helena, Eline, Heleentje, and Lena. Some popular diminutives of Helene include Elle, Ellie, Elly, Lena, Ella, Nell, Nelle, Nellie, and Nelly.
While the name Helene does not appear in any notable works of fiction, its variations, such as Helen, have been used in numerous books, TV shows, and video games. In the 1990 American fantasy romance movie‘Edward Scissorhands,’女演员O-Lan琼斯扮演了海伦的性格。She is the wife of Bill, who is initially frightened of Edward’s unusual appearance but begins to appreciate his gentle and artistic nature eventually.
In the American family-comedy drama‘Parenthood,’Helen is the matriarch of the Braverman family. Throughout the drama, she faces various challenges but always remains a steadfast and loving figure, providing guidance to her family members.Helen Duboisis a recurring character on the Nickelodeon sitcom ‘Drake & Josh.’ She is the manager of the theater where Drake and Josh work.
Helene
Girl
Christianity
German, Greek
How To Pronounce Helene?
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Famous People With The Name Helene
- Helene Marie FesenmaierAmerican painter and sculptor, was part of a group that established the New York Studio School of Drawing, Painting, and Sculpture
- Helene Julie MayerGerman fencer, won gold and silver medals at the Olympics in Amsterdam (1928) and Berlin (1936)
- Duchess Helene of Mecklenburg-SchwerinFrench Crown Princess, married to the eldest son of Louis Phillipe I of France
- Hélène Conway-MouretFrench academic and politician, a member of senate since 2014
- Hélène CixousFrench playwright, writer, and literary critic, best known for her article The Laugh of the Medusa (1976)
- Helene MichelsonEstonian figure skater, first Estonian female to compete at the Winter Olympics
- Helena Sofia (Helene) Schjerfbeck芬兰painter, known for her realist works, self-portraits, landscapes and still lifes
Helene On The Popularity Chart
According to the US Social Security Administration, Helene’s popularity experienced several fluctuations between 1980 and 2021. Refer to the graph below for detailed insights.
Popularity Over Time
In 2003, Helene reached the pinnacle of its popularity, with approximately 102 million babies named after it. Nevertheless, the name’s popularity declined and has fluctuated since then.
Source:Social Security AdministrationRank Over Time
After 1980, Helene’s ranking underwent numerous fluctuations, with some years experiencing higher ranks than others. Although there was an improvement in its ranking in 2003, the name’s overall performance has been declining.
Source:Social Security AdministrationNames With Similar Sounds As Helene
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Popular Sibling Names For Helene
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Boy Sibling Names For Helene
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Hailen
Halen
Halian
Halin
Halnath
Haluin
Haulani
Heilyn
Helouyn
Heloynet
Girl Sibling Names For Helene
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Halina
Helaine
Helana
Heleena
Heleentje
Helen
Helena
Helenann
Helenka
Hellain
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How To Communicate The Name In Other Languages
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the meaning of the name Helene?
The name Helene means ‘torch.’
What is the origin of the name Helene?
Helene has German and Greek origins.
How to pronounce the name Helene?
Helene is pronounced as ‘heh-LEH-na,’ ‘HEH-LEH-NEH,’ or ‘heh-LEHN.’
Is Helene a rare name?
Helene may be a rare name as it is not as commonly seen as it was during the 1900s. The name Helene was most popular in 1916, with 718 baby girls sharing the name (1)
What is a nickname for Helene?
References:
- Popularity of name Helene;https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/
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