Name Alena Origin, meaning, pronunciation & popularity of the name Alena

Alena is a ♀ girl’s name.

Origin of the name Alena

Alena is a short form of the biblical name Magdalena, but as well a Slavic diminutive of Helena. In Russia, Alena derived from Alexandra and Jelena.

What is the meaning of the name Alena?

Alena means “of Magdala” with Magdala meaning “tower” (from Magdalena), “torch”, “beautiful”, “light”, “bright” and “shining” (from Helena or Jelena) and “defending men” (from Alexandra).

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