The nameLénaïg
Lénaïg is a Breton nickname for Helen, given in France since the late 1960s.
- Girl's name
- Breton
- Feast day
Meaning
Like Helen, it is linked to the Greek hêlê, "sunlight".
Origin
Breton, with the diminutive suffix -ig.
History
First found in 1967, Lénaïg has been given steadily since, with a first peak in the mid 1970s and a plateau in the 2000s. It is still used today, quietly.
Popularity of the name Lénaïg
Lénaïg in France
4912thmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
1985peak year (50 births)
1,655babies named Lénaïg in France since 1900
Lénaïg was most popular in France in the 1980s, with 400 births over the decade, 24% of all recorded babies named Lénaïg. Its rise began around 1967, and it peaked in 1985. Half of all babies named Lénaïg in France were born before 1994.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lénaïg mean?
Like Helen, it is linked to the Greek hêlê, "sunlight".
What is the origin of the name Lénaïg?
Breton, with the diminutive suffix -ig.
Is Lénaïg a girl's or a boy's name?
Lénaïg is a girl's name.