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How to pronounce Helen (HEL-en)

Helen

HEL-en

Helen

Greek origin meaning light or torch. Two syllables, stress on the first.

Notes

Greek origin meaning light or torch. Two syllables, stress on the first.

Origin & meaning

Origin
Greek
Meaning
shining light, torch

Aussie nickname — what your mates might call you

  • Hel
  • Helly
Why we shorten names like this →

Popularity

From the Greek mythological figure Helen of Troy.

Notable people

  • Helen Mirren (British actress)
  • Helen Keller (American author and activist)

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