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GirlPronounced German /he.ˈleː.nə/; Classical Greek /he.lé.nɛː/Nynorsk language family

Hélène

Ancient Greek form of Helen, as well as the modern Scandinavian and German form.

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Hélène is a girl name.

Pronunciation: German /he.ˈleː.nə/; Classical Greek /he.lé.nɛː/.

GenderGirl
PronunciationGerman /he.ˈleː.nə/; Classical Greek /he.lé.nɛː/
Language familyNynorsk

Meaning and history

Ancient Greek form of Helen, as well as the modern Scandinavian and German form.

Notes and context

Usage: swedish, norwegian, danish, german, greek mythology, ancient greek | Ancient Greek: Ἑλένη

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