Jelena Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationyeh-LEH-nah / jɛˈlɛ.nəSlavic; Greek
Meaning
Slavic: 'bright, shining'; Greek: 'heavenly'
Historical & Cultural Background
Jelena is a common name in Slavic countries, particularly in Serbia, Croatia, and Slovenia. It is derived from the Slavic root 'jelen', meaning 'deer', which symbolizes grace and beauty. The name has also been associated with the Greek name Helen, which carries connotations of brightness and light. Over time, Jelena has been popularized in various cultures and has numerous variants.
Trend Summary
Jelena has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Yelena
- Helena
International Variants
- Yelena (Russian)
- Elena (Spanish)
- Helena (Latin)
Famous people named Jelena
Jelena Janković is a Serbian former professional tennis player known for her achievements on the WTA Tour.
Jelena Karleuša is a Serbian pop singer and media personality recognized for her influence in the Balkan music scene.
Jelena Gencic was a Serbian tennis coach and former player, notable for coaching several successful tennis players.
Jelena Tomašević is a Serbian singer who gained fame after representing Serbia in the Eurovision Song Contest.
Fictional characters named Jelena
Jelena is a character in the novel 'The Bridge on the Drina' by Ivo Andrić, representing the struggles of her community.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jelena was first seen in the United States in 1959. Jelena has ranked as high as #1318 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Illinois, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Jelena has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jelena (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 17 |
| 1978 | 10 |
| 1979 | 15 |
| 1980 | 13 |
| 1981 | 21 |
| 1982 | 14 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 13 |
| 1988 | 14 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 18 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 20 |
| 1993 | 23 |
| 1994 | 16 |
| 1995 | 24 |
| 1996 | 24 |
| 1997 | 19 |
| 1998 | 29 |
| 1999 | 29 |
| 2000 | 31 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 40 |
| 2003 | 45 |
| 2004 | 48 |
| 2005 | 44 |
| 2006 | 49 |
| 2007 | 51 |
| 2008 | 57 |
| 2009 | 46 |
| 2010 | 57 |
| 2011 | 58 |
| 2012 | 51 |
| 2013 | 47 |
| 2014 | 58 |
| 2015 | 49 |
| 2016 | 58 |
| 2017 | 68 |
| 2018 | 52 |
| 2019 | 39 |
| 2020 | 38 |
| 2021 | 29 |
| 2022 | 37 |
| 2023 | 39 |
| 2024 | 32 |