Helen
/hehluhn/ English Unisex
Meaning & Origin
Helen is a English name meaning "Wicker, reed, sh...". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Afghanistan, Albania, Angola, Argentina. Unclear; if related to 'Elin', it originates from the Greek word 'Helene', meaning 'torch' or 'bright one'.
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Unisex
Phonetic hehluhn
IPA hɛlən
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as hehluhn. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
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- · None well-known for a male 'Helen'.
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