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Elena is at its most popular point ever in the US, thanks to its cross-cultural appeal and the overall popularity of El- names. It's more international than Ellen or Eleanor, but still accessible.
 A pan-European version of Helen, Elena has roots in Spanish, Italian, Slavic, and Romanian, among other languages. Helen, the name from which it derives, came from the Greek word helene, meaning "torch." Alternate spellings include Elaina, Ellena, and Alena.
 
Elena may be trending, but she's also a solid classic as well as an international favorite. Elena ranks highly in France, Italy, Germany, and Spain along with a host of other countries. 
A worthy namesake is Elena Kagan, Associate Justice of the Supreme Court, the fourth female to hold that position. Pseudonymous Italian writer Elena Ferrante, author of the Neapolitan Novels, is another famous Elena. 
 
A fictional bearer is Elena Gilbert, protagonist of The Vampire Diaries. and Elena Lincoln is a character in Fifty Shades of Grey. Elena of Avalor is a princess featured in the Disney Junior show of that name. 
 
Read more about Elena and other <a href="https://nameberry.com/blog/disney-princess-names">Disney Princess Names</a> in our featured blog.

Elena

Finn is a name with enormous energy and charm, that of the greatest hero of Irish mythology, Finn MacCool (aka Fionn mac Cuumhaill), an intrepid warrior with mystical supernatural powers, noted as well for his wisdom and generosity. Additionally, it has its roots in Old Norse, used to refer to someone from Finland.
 
Sleek and simple, Finn is a popular choice in Australia, Austria, England and Wales, Ireland, The Netherlands, Belgium, New Zealand, Switzerland, and the US. 
 Notable bearers include Finn Wolfhard, the star of Stranger Things and Finn Cole of Peaky Blinders.
 Other up-and-comers in the same family: Finlay and Finley, Finian and Finnian, Finnegan and Finnigan, and, from Germany, Fynn. And then there are the Ph versions such as Phineas.

Finn

Rexford is a distinguished masculine name with English origins, derived from the elements 'rex' meaning 'king' and 'ford' referring to a river crossing. This regal-sounding name conveys strength and nobility, suggesting someone who leads with authority and confidence. While never extremely common, Rexford has maintained a steady presence throughout the 20th century, particularly in upper-class British and American families. Often shortened to the more casual 'Rex,' Rexford offers versatility between formal and familiar settings. The name has experienced a modest revival in recent years as parents seek distinctive vintage names with strong meanings and historical resonance.

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