NAME PROFILE
Hue
A variant of Helen derived from the Greek 'Helene', meaning 'torch' or 'shining light'; it describes a person who radiates joy and serves as a luminous guide for others.
Key Stats
| Total births | 565 |
| Gender | Male (8% / 92%) |
| Peak year | 1991 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1987 |
| Most recent | 1995 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 86%MN — 14%AK — 0%PA — 0%NE — 0%
Notable People
Eleny Rivera (Social Media Personality) · Eleni Foureira (Singer and Eurovision Star) · Eleni Karaindrou (Acclaimed Film Composer) · Eleni Daniilidou (Professional Tennis Player) · Elena Ferrante (Renowned Author of My Brilliant Friend)
Nicknames & Diminutives
LeniEllieElleLenny
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