Helene
Meaning of Helene
Helene is a female name with origins in Greek mythology. It is derived from the Greek name Helenē, which means "torch" or "bright." In Greek mythology, Helen of Troy was known for her beauty and was considered the most beautiful woman in the world. The name Helene has been associated with qualities such as grace, elegance, and strength.
The pronunciation of Helene can vary slightly between British English and American English, but both are pronounced as "heh-LEEN." Other variations of this name include Elena and Helen.
In terms of popularity, Helene has seen fluctuations over the years. In recent years in the United States, it has ranked around 4000-5000 in terms of occurrence. However, it's important to note that popularity can vary by region and may change over time. Despite its varying levels of popularity, Helene remains a timeless and classic name choice for parents looking for a strong and elegant name for their baby girl.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as heh-LEEN (/həˈliːn/)
American English
- Pronunced as heh-LEEN (/həˈlin/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Helene
| Helene Schjerfbeck - Helena Sofia (Helene) Schjerfbeck was a Finnish modernist painter known for her realist works, self-portraits, landscapes, and still lifes, with her style evolving from French-influenced realism to portraits and still life paintings over her long career. |
| Helene Fischer is a highly successful German schlager singer known for her numerous awards, record-breaking album sales, and the title "Queen of Schlager." |
| Helene Cooper is a Liberian-born American journalist known for her work as a Pentagon correspondent for The New York Times and previously as the White House correspondent in Washington, D.C. |
| Helene Demuth - Helene or Helena Demuth was a German housekeeper known for her work with Jenny and Karl Marx, and later as the household manager and political confidante of Friedrich Engels. |
| Helene Hokholt Olafsen is a Norwegian television presenter and former snowboarder. |
| Helene Raynsford is a British rower who competed at the 2008 Summer Paralympics. |
| Helene Emma Madison was an American competition swimmer, Olympic champion, and former world record-holder. |
| Helene Roberts Dillard is an American plant pathologist and academic, as well as a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. |
| Helene Marie Fossesholm is a Norwegian cross-country skier known for her success in the FIS Nordic Junior World Ski Championships and her podium finish in the World Cup. |
| Hélène Carrère d'Encausse was a prominent French political historian known for her expertise in Russian history and her role as the Perpetual Secretary of the Académie Française. |
| Hélène Dorion is a Canadian poet and writer known for her literary contributions. |
| Hélène Boucher was a renowned French pilot in the 1930s, setting multiple women's world speed records before tragically passing away in an accident in 1934. |
| Hélène Monastier was a Swiss peace activist and teacher based in Lausanne. |
| Heléne Yorke is a Canadian actress known for her work on television, including her role as Brooke Dubek on The Other Two and various roles on shows like Masters of Sex, Graves, and The Good Fight, as well as her work on Broadway. |
| Marie Heléne Elisabeth Fritzon is a Swedish politician affiliated with the Social Democrats and has been serving as a Member of the European Parliament (MEP) and Vice-Chair of the Group of the Progressive Alliance of Socialists and Democrats since July 2019. |
