NAME PROFILE
Helen
Helen is a name of Greek origin meaning 'light' or 'bright.' It evokes a sense of radiance and warmth, often associated with beauty and intelligence. The name embodies a timeless elegance and strength, reflecting a personality that inspires others and brings clarity to the world.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,027,307 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1918 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 22%PA — 21%OH — 19%IL — 19%TX — 19%
Notable People
Helen Keller (Author and Activist, *The Story of My Life*) · Helen Mirren (Actress, *The Queen*) · Helen Hunt (Actress, *As Good as It Gets*) · Helen of Troy (Mythological figure known as the face that launched a thousand ships) · Helen Reddy (Singer, *I Am Woman*)
Nicknames & Diminutives
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