Olena
Meaning of Olena
Olena is a beautiful and elegant name of Ukrainian origin, pronounced as oh-LEH-nah. It shares roots with the name Elena, which is widely recognized across various cultures. Olena carries a sense of grace and strength, often associated with the rich cultural heritage of Ukraine. Although not extremely common in the United States, it has seen consistent use over the years, reflecting its timeless appeal. The name Olena evokes images of resilience and beauty, making it a lovely choice for parents seeking a name that is both unique and meaningful.
Pronunciation
Ukrainian
- Pronunced as oh-LEH-nah (/oˈlənə/)
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Notable People Named Olena
| Olena Volodymyrivna Zelenska is a Ukrainian screenwriter and the current First Lady of Ukraine, known for being named one of the 100 Most Influential People of 2023 by Time magazine. |
| Olena Serhijivna Sotnyk is a prominent Ukrainian lawyer and politician, known for her extensive parliamentary and international involvement. |
| Olena Vasilivna Chekan was a prominent Soviet and Ukrainian film actress, scriptwriter, and journalist. |
| Olena Oleksiivna Shuliak is a Ukrainian politician and the current Leader of Servant of the People, having been elected as a People's Deputy in 2019. |
| Olena Fedorivna Bondarenko is a Ukrainian politician who served as a People's Deputy of Ukraine from 1998 to 2012, representing various political parties, and was awarded the Order of Merit, third class in 2000. |
| Olena Shurkhno is a Ukrainian long-distance runner known for holding the Ukrainian record in the marathon and winning marathons in Baltimore, Tempe, Arizona, and Nashville. |
| Olena Yuriivna Prytula is a prominent Ukrainian journalist and the former editor-in-chief and owner of Ukrainska Pravda, an influential online newspaper focusing on news and political coverage in Ukraine. |
| Olena Dmytrivna Kostevych is a Ukrainian pistol shooter who has achieved Olympic and World championship titles in both the 10 metre air pistol and 25 metre pistol events, as well as multiple European Championships and Universiade victories. |
| Olena Buryak is a Ukrainian rower. |
| Olena Andriivna Stetskiv is a Ukrainian luger who competed in the 2014 and 2018 Winter Olympics. |
| Olena Lavrenyuk is a Ukrainian actress known for her work in film and television. |
| Olena Volodymyrivna Antypina is a former professional tennis player from Ukraine. |
| Olena Anatolyevna Antonova is a Ukrainian former discus thrower born in Nikopol. |
| Olena Oleksandrivna Nepochatenko is a Ukrainian agricultural economist and academic administrator, serving as the rector of Uman National University of Horticulture since 2013, with expertise in lending to agricultural enterprises, taxation of agricultural producers, loans, and agricultural leasing. |
| Olena Sayko is a Ukrainian sambist who has achieved numerous accolades in women's sambo, including being a European Games silver medalist and a World and European champion. |
