Calm, peaceful, or shining light
Halina is a Slavic variation of the Greek name Galene, which refers to a calm sea. In some contexts, it is also associated with the name Helena, meaning shining light. It is widely used in Poland and other Eastern European countries.
About 33 girls were named Halina in 2025.
First Polish Olympic gold medalist
Dutch actress and film director
Renowned Polish concert pianist
Prominent Polish lyric poet
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
