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Jelena

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Name — A feminine given name, a Slavic form of Helen, meaning "light" or "shining one."

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Etymology

This name was borrowed from Bulgarian, Macedonian and Russian Еле́на (Jeléna) and Pannonian Rusyn Єлена (Jelena), which go back to Latin Helena, in turn from Ancient Greek Ἑλένη (Helénē). It is a doublet of Helen and Ellen.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Jelena” mean?
The word “Jelena” means a feminine given name, a Slavic form of Helen, meaning "light" or "shining one.".
How do you pronounce “Jelena”?
“Jelena” is pronounced yeh-LAY-nuh (/jɛˈleɪnə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Jelena” in a sentence?
Here is “Jelena” used in a sentence: “Jelena represented her country at the tournament.”
What part of speech is “Jelena”?
“Jelena” is a name.

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