Name meaning
Elen
may mean “torch, light”
- Origin
- Greek, via Welsh
- Gender
- Mostly feminine
- Used in
- Welsh, Armenian
- Spellings
- Elen · Helen · Elin
- Say it
- EH-len
- Letters
- 4
Likely meaning, sources differ
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Elen is the Welsh form of Helen. In legend, Elen of the Hosts was a Welsh princess who built roads across Wales, the Sarn Helen.
Roots
Welsh form of Helen (Greek Helénē, uncertain).
Where it is used
Helen and Elin are related.
Elen name FAQ
What does the name Elen mean?
Elen may mean “torch, light”. Sources differ, so we show the most common reading. Welsh form of Helen (Greek Helénē, uncertain).
Where does the name Elen come from?
Elen is of Greek, via Welsh origin. Today it is used in Welsh, Armenian families.
How do you pronounce Elen?
Elen is usually pronounced EH-len.
Is Elen a boy's or a girl's name?
Elen is mostly feminine.
What are other spellings of Elen?
Related spellings and forms include Helen, Elin.
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Sources
Name data: Wikidata. Meaning and background researched by our team from the sources below and written in our own words.