Helaena

hehl-LAY-nuh

Literature, Greek

"shining light, torch"

Helaena Origin and Meaning

The name Helaena is a girl's name meaning "shining light, torch".

One of several names from George R. R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire and it's television spin-off, House of the Dragon that have begun to catch on in recent years. Visually similar to classic Helena, this literary creation like Arya before it, doesn't feel too fantastical for a grounded baby.

Given to 19 girls in 2024, its usage had nearly doubled since the year prior.