Bright, shining light or torch
Lenya is a Russian diminutive of Yelena, which is the Slavic form of the Greek name Helen. It carries the same etymological roots associated with brilliance and illumination. While rare in the United States, it offers a softer, more modern alternative to traditional forms like Elena or Lena.
Less common today
Lenya isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,066 in 2020.
German actress and voice artist
Christian author and speaker
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).