Elina

bright, shining one

GenderGirlOriginFinnishSay iteh-LEE-nahPopularityTop 100 in Finland
Pronounced eh-LEE-nah

About the name Elina

Elina is a Finnish form of Helen, meaning bright or shining one. It's an elegant, classic name that remains steadily popular.

Elina is radiant and warm, lighting up every room she enters.

Fun fact

Elina shares its Greek root with Helen, meaning 'shining light.'

Nicknames for Elina

Elli

Variations

Eliina

Famous people named Elina

  • Elina Garanca (opera singer, note: Latvian, similar name usage)

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