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Lena is a feminine given name, a short form of Helena (Ἑλένη), meaning 'torch' or 'shining light'. It may be a given name by itself or a diminutive of Helena and variants, such as Elena.
torch
A girl name with 2 syllables. Currently considered rare.
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The name Lena has multiple origins and meanings. It is often considered a diminutive of Helena, meaning 'light' or 'torch' in Greek. It can also be a short form of Slavic names like Yelena or Elena. In English-speaking countries, it gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Lena Olin, Lena Dunham, Lena Headey, Lena Horne, Lena Mary Conlin
Lee, Lennie, Leo
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