Lena as a Female Name
Lena is most commonly a girl's name.
Parents choosing Lena for a girl get a name with a clear Greek/Latin (short form) heritage and a well-established girl's usage. The name Lena means “depends on source name; commonly 'light' (Helen) or 'sun' (Magdalena/Lena)” and is of Greek/Latin (short form) origin. Closely related female forms and variants include Lina, Helena, Magdalena, Lenna, Leena.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Lena across all genders, see the complete Lena name meaning.
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Is Lena a girl's name?+
Lena is most commonly a girl's name. It means “depends on source name; commonly 'light' (Helen) or 'sun' (Magdalena/Lena)” and is of Greek/Latin (short form) origin.
What does Lena mean?+
Lena means “depends on source name; commonly 'light' (Helen) or 'sun' (Magdalena/Lena)” and originates from Greek/Latin (short form).