The nameElen
Elen is the Breton and Welsh form of Helen.
- Girl's name
- Breton and Welsh
Meaning
Like Helen, it comes from the Greek, often linked to hele, "sunlight".
Origin
Breton and Welsh.
History
In France it has been given since the 1970s, most often in the early 1980s.
Popularity of the name Elen
Elen in France
5864thmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
1981peak year (35 births)
665babies named Elen in France since 1900
Elen was most popular in France in the 1980s, with 170 births over the decade, 26% of all recorded babies named Elen. Its rise began around 1972, and it peaked in 1981. Half of all babies named Elen in France were born before 1993.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Elen mean?
Like Helen, it comes from the Greek, often linked to hele, "sunlight".
What is the origin of the name Elen?
Breton and Welsh.
Is Elen a girl's or a boy's name?
Elen is a girl's name.