Germanic Origin

Lena

Light

Meaning · Origin · Famous Bearers · Middle Names

About the Name Lena

Lena is a a -beautiful name with Germanic origins. Its meaning — Light — has made it a beloved choice for parents across generations.

Lena is Germanic for 'light' — a name for the gentle, the bright, the ones who illuminate rooms without trying.

Famous Lenas

  • ★ Lena
  • ★ Lena (various)

Variations & Nicknames

Common variations and nicknames for Lena include:

le, len, L.

Perfect Middle Names for Lena

RoseJamesGraceMichaelClaireGraceLeeAnne

Sibling Name Ideas

HannahLunaAveryAceFreyaRobertAugustCharlotteRileyFelix

Quick Facts

Rating ★★★★½ (4.8)
Popularity 78/100
Origin Germanic
Meaning Light
Personality

Gentle, bright, warm

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