Elena: Meaning, Origin & Numerology

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What does Elena mean?

Elena is a Greek girl's name meaning “bright, shining light”.

This Greek name has been cherished by parents seeking ancient Greek and Roman heritage.

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Origin & History

Elena draws from the golden age of ancient Greek and Roman civilizations, renowned for philosophy, mythology, and the foundations of Western culture. Classical names often embody virtues, natural elements, or references to epic mythology, offering both timeless beauty and profound meaning.

Numerology of Elena

Pythagorean Number

The Leader

Key Traits

Independent, pioneering, ambitious

Ruling Planet

☉︎Sun

Planetary Traits

Leadership, individuality, vitality

Names with numerology number 1 pair well with Life Paths 1, 5, 7. Check compatibility with your due date

Learn about Life Path 1: The Leader ☉︎ Sun in Numerology

The letters of Elena

5 letters: 3 vowels, 2 consonants.

Vowels (shaded): E, E, A.

Expression

The Pioneer

all letters

5 + 3 + 5 + 5 + 1 = 19 → 10 → 1

Soul Urge

Enlightenment

vowels

5 + 5 + 1 = 11

Personality

Ambitious

consonants

3 + 5 = 8

Popularity of Elena

Current Rank

#42

Peak Year

2024

Total Births

103,149

Elena is a trending modern name, peaking in 2024.

Elena in the 2025 Social Security ranking

#42

on the 2025 girls' list.

Source: US Social Security baby name data, 2025.

#37Avery
#38Grace
#39Ivy
#42Elena
#43Mila
#44Willow
#45Emilia
#46Nova
#47Naomi

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Names that share Elena's numbers

Elena: Expression 1, Soul Urge 11, Personality 8.

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Names that begin like Elena: Ele-

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Elena mean?

Elena is a Greek name meaning "bright, shining light." It belongs to the Classical family of names, carrying ancient Greek and Roman heritage.

What is the numerology number for Elena?

In Pythagorean numerology, Elena has the number 1, known as The Leader. Key traits include: Independent, pioneering, ambitious. This number is ruled by Sun, the planet of leadership, individuality, vitality.

Is Elena a popular baby name?

Elena is quite popular, ranking #42 among baby names in the US.

What origin is the name Elena?

Elena is a Greek name from the Classical tradition. Elena draws from the golden age of ancient Greek and Roman civilizations, renowned for philosophy, mythology, and the foundations of Western culture. Classical names often embody virtues, natural elements, or references to epic mythology, offering both timeless beauty and profound meaning.

Is Elena compatible with my baby's birth date?

Name compatibility depends on your baby's Life Path number, which is calculated from their birth date. Elena (Number 1) pairs well with Life Paths 1, 5, 7. You can check the exact compatibility score for free at namestory.app/try by entering your due date and the name Elena.

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