Helayna: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: h-ehl-ahyn-ah
Origin: Israel
gender-female

Emmy Samtani

Emmy Samtani

Emmy is the founder of Kiindred and mother to 3 little ones. Over the last 4 years, she has worked with some of the most credible experts in the parenting space and is a keen contributor on all things parenthood.
Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Southern Europe, Western Asia
Meaning: Light

Helayna is a unique and elegant girl’s name with Hebrew origins. The name means "light" or "shining one," symbolizing brightness and illumination. This name has gained popularity in recent years due to its beautiful sound and meaningful origin. Helayna is a variant of the name Helena, which has been used in various cultures and historical periods. The name Helayna is derived from the Hebrew word "hal," meaning light. It is associated with the biblical figure Helena, who was known for her faith and strength. The name has been adopted across various cultures, including Greek and Latin, where it has been used in different forms such as Helena and Helene. Its popularity has been influenced by historical figures and literary characters who embodied the qualities of light and illumination.

Helayna Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Helayna is currently #15355 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Helayna is currently #8757 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Helayna is currently #7446 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Helayna is currently #4210 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names

Popularity Trend Chart

Source: Social Security Administration

Baby Names A-Z

Wikipedia, NSW Births Deaths and Marriages, QLD Registry of Births, Deaths & Marriages, WA Registry of Births, SA Registry of Births, VIC Registry of Births, Social Security Administration

arrow-icon Helayna
arrow-icon