Elena

The name Elena comes all the way from the 12th century. Elena is said to be the Italian and Spanish version of the Greek name Helene, also written as Helen. In Greek mythology, Helen of Troy was known for being the most beautiful woman in the whole world. This was because she was the daughter of Zeus, who was the king of the gods, and Leda, the Queen of Sparta. The name Helen comes from the Greek word ‘helios’, which means ‘the sun’. Thus, the meaning of Elena can be considered to mean ‘a ray of sunshine’, ‘a bright light’ or ‘a torch’. The alternate origin of Elena is from the Greek word 'hellēn', which simply translates to ‘Greek’. The name Helena is a popular name in Central and Eastern European countries. You may recognise the name from the hit TV show 'The Vampire Diaries', with Nina Dobrev playing the protagonist, Elena Gilbert.

Gender

Girl

Meaning

bright, shining light

Origin

Spanish, Italian, German, Greek variation of Helen

Numerology

E is for extra, those little things you do!

L is for lucky, who is more?

E is for enchant, for enchant you will.

N is for neatness, your orderly way.

A is for accord, the harmony you spread.

Lucky

Elena lucky number is 1.

1 symbolizes a pioneering spirit, independent nature, and innate leadership capabilities. On a bad day, 1 can be a bit bossy or boastful, hiding any insecurities behind over-developed self-importance. 1 must remember that although it is first, it can very quickly become the loneliest number. Even the most autonomous 1s need the support of their friends, family, and lovers.

Famous People Named Elena

• Elena Petrović Njegoš of Montenegro, Queen consort of Victor Emmanuel III of Italy and Albania
• Elena Jane "Ellie" Goulding English singer
• Elena Sergeevna "Lena" Katina Russian singer of group t.A.T.u
• Elena Kagan U.S. Supreme Court Justice
• Elena Alexandrovna Likhovtseva Russian tennis player

Elena in Pop Culture

• Princess Liliana character in anime "Last Exile"
• Liliana Vess character in card game "Magic: The Gathering"
• Liliana Rotaru character in film "My Giant"
• Liliana character in the Jaz Parks Novels
• Liliana "Lilly" Mendoza Character in "Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe", by Benjamin Alire Saenz