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Girl Name

Yelena

"Bright, shining light, torch"

About the Name Yelena

Meaning

Bright, shining light, torch

Origin

Russian

Gender

Girl

First Letter

Y

Yelena is a girl name of Russian origin. The name means "Bright, shining light, torch" and has been used throughout history. Browse more names starting with Y or explore other Russian names.

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Popularity Over Time

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1950
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1960
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1970
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1980
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1990
#280
2000
#210
2010
#400
2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Yelena

  • YI Yelena Isinbayeva
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Quick Facts

Syllables
3
Letters
6
Starts with
Y
Origin
Russian

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