Olena
GirlGreek
Olena is a girl name of Greek origin meaning "Sun ray or shining light".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
Greek
Popularity
74 / 100
Syllables
3
Length
5 letters
Meaning
Sun ray or shining light
Etymology
Olena, Olenna is a Ukrainian variant of the feminine name Helen, further equivalent to Elena It is of Greek origin and means "sun ray" or "shining light", see "Helen" for its history.
Famous People Named Olena
- Olena Zelenska — Ukrainian screenwriter and First Lady of Ukraine
- Olena Topolia — Ukrainian singer
- Olena Kostevych — Ukrainian sport shooter
- Olena Pchilka — Ukrainian academic (1849–1930)
- Olena Bilosiuk — Ukrainian biathlete
Frequently Asked Questions About Olena
What does the name Olena mean?
Olena means "Sun ray or shining light", and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of the name Olena?
Olena originates from Greek.
Is Olena a boy or girl name?
Olena is typically used as a girl name.
Are there famous people named Olena?
Yes — notable people named Olena include Olena Zelenska (Ukrainian screenwriter and First Lady of Ukraine), Olena Topolia (Ukrainian singer), Olena Kostevych (Ukrainian sport shooter), Olena Pchilka (Ukrainian academic, 1849–1930) and Olena Bilosiuk (Ukrainian biathlete).
Last updated: June 2026