Shining light or torch
A variant of the Greek name Helen, it is derived from the word 'helene' meaning torch or light. In Greek mythology, Helen was the daughter of Zeus and Leda, whose beauty was the cause of the Trojan War. This specific spelling was moderately popular in the early 20th century but has since become a rare alternative to the more common Helen.
About 112 girls were named Hellen in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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The same feel as Hellen — far less common.
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