| Meaning | bright, shining |
| Origin | Greek, Russian, Slavic |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | Je-le-na |
About Jelena
Jelena, a beautiful and timeless name, has roots in Slavic languages, making it a cherished choice for baby girls. This name, with its melodious sound, is often associated with qualities like grace and radiance, reflecting its Greek origin, Helen, which means "light" or "torch."
Jelena is a name that has crossed borders, resonating in various cultures. Its variations, such as Helena and Yelena, offer diversity while retaining the name's elegance. Common nicknames like Lena add a touch of affection to this name.
Throughout history, many accomplished women have borne the name Jelena, including tennis players like Jelena Janković and cultural figures like Jelena Tomašević. Its presence in literature and media with fictional characters like Jelena Zhivago from "Doctor Zhivago" showcases its enduring appeal.
For parents seeking a name that blends tradition and modernity, Jelena is a perfect choice. It carries a legacy of strength and beauty, making it an excellent moniker for your precious baby girl.
Nicknames for Jelena
| Jel |
| Jena |
| Lena |
| Ellen |
Famous People Named Jelena
| Jelena Janković | Serbian tennis player |
| Jelena Dokić | Australian-Serbian former tennis player |
| Jelena Noura "Gigi" Hadid | American fashion model |
| Jelena Rozga | Croatian pop singer |
| Jelena Abbou | Serbian-American fitness model and bodybuilder |
| Jelena Karleuša | Serbian pop singer and TV personality |
| Jelena Jensen | American adult film actress and model |
| Jelena Dokic | Serbian-Australian former tennis player |
| Jelena Isinbaeva | Russian pole vaulter and two-time Olympic gold medalist |
| Jelena Mrdjenovich | Canadian professional boxer |
| Jelena Dementyeva | Russian former professional tennis player |
| Jelena Grushina | Russian ice dancer and Olympic bronze medalist |
| Jelena Glebova | Estonian figure skater |
| Jelena Jovičić | Serbian basketball player |
| Jelena Šubarić | Croatian handball player |
| Jelena Veljača | Croatian actress, screenwriter, and director |
| Jelena Lengold | Serbian writer and poet |
| Jelena Petrović | Serbian chess grandmaster |
| Jelena Tomašević | Serbian actress and singer |
Characters Named Jelena
| Jelena Gregorović | Character in the novel "The Bridge on the Drina" by Ivo Andrić |
| Jelena Petrović | A character in the Serbian TV series "Folk" |
| Jelena Kovač | Character in the Croatian TV series "Bitange i princeze" |
| Jelena Vukmirica | Character in the Serbian film "Miris kiše na Balkanu" |
| Jelena "Yelena" Zhivago | Character in the novel "Doctor Zhivago" by Boris Pasternak |
| Jelena Tereza, Princess of Montenegro | Historical character in Balkan history |
| Jelena Alilović | Character in the Croatian TV series "Crno-bijeli svijet" |
| Jelena Stupljanin | Character in the Serbian TV series "Porodično blago" |
| Jelena Grubač | Character in the Serbian TV series "Selo gori, a baba se češlja" |
| Jelena Gavrilović | Character in the Serbian film "A Serbian Film" |
| Jelena Marinković | Character in the Serbian TV series "Selo gori, a baba se češlja" |
| Jelena Jovanović | Character in the Serbian TV series "Porodično blago" |
| Jelena Ninković | Character in the Serbian TV series "Porodično blago" |
| Jelena Živković | Character in the Serbian TV series "Porodično blago" |
| Jelena Đuričanin | Character in the Serbian TV series "Porodično blago" |
| Jelena Tomašević | Character in the Serbian TV series "Porodično blago" |
| Jelena Mladenović | Character in the Serbian TV series "Porodično blago" |
| Jelena Lončar | Character in the Serbian TV series "Porodično blago" |
| Jelena Tasić | Character in the Serbian TV series "Porodično blago" |
| Jelena Radivojević | Character in the Serbian TV series "Porodično blago" |