Leena
GirlFinnish/Scandinavian
Leena is a girl name of Finnish/Scandinavian origin meaning "Torch, light".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
Finnish/Scandinavian
Religion
Christian
Popularity
3 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
5 letters
Meaning
Torch, light
Etymology
Short form of Helena or Leilani; from Finnish 'leena', meaning torch or light, or from Scandinavian 'Leena', variant of Helen.
Famous People Named Leena
- Leena Lehtolainen — Finnish crime writer
- Leena Peisa — Finnish keyboardist
- Leena Krohn — Finnish writer (born 1947)
- Leena La Bianca — American actress
- Leena Peltonen-Palotie — Finnish geneticist (1952–2010)
Frequently Asked Questions About Leena
What does the name Leena mean?
Leena means "Torch, light", and is of Finnish/Scandinavian origin.
What is the origin of the name Leena?
Leena originates from Finnish/Scandinavian, commonly used in Europe.
Is Leena a boy or girl name?
Leena is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Leena associated with?
Leena is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Leena?
Yes — notable people named Leena include Leena Lehtolainen (Finnish crime writer), Leena Peisa (Finnish keyboardist), Leena Krohn (Finnish writer, born 1947), Leena La Bianca (American actress) and Leena Peltonen-Palotie (Finnish geneticist, 1952–2010).
Last updated: June 2026