Hela
Fact sheet
- Name
- Hela
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
Hela is a female first name that is used as a short form of Helena or Helene.
What does the name Hela mean?
Hela is a short form of the names Helena and Helene. Its meaning encompasses terms like 'the Shining', 'the Radiant', 'the Luminous', 'the Sun-like', 'the Beautiful', 'the Torch', and also 'the Moon'. The name has its origin in Ancient Greek and derives from the words helénē (ἑλένη), meaning 'the Torch' or 'the Shine', as well as hēlios (ἥλιος), which means 'the Sun' or 'the Sunlight', and selēnē (σελήνη), meaning 'the Moon'. Héla is also a Hungarian diminutive of Heléna. Other variants include Helja, Hele, Heli, Hella, Helle, Helli, and Hellie. The name gained recognition through Greek mythology, where Helen is considered the daughter of Zeus and Leda and is described as the most beautiful woman in the world. It is believed that the name also has a connection to Helios, the sun god of the Greeks.
Where does the name Hela come from?
Hela is a female first name with ancient Greek roots, whose meaning is 'the Shining' or 'the Radiant'. The name is composed of the ancient Greek terms helénē (ἑλένη) for 'the Torch', 'the Light', or 'the Shine', hēlios (ἥλιος) for 'the Sun', 'the Sunlight', and 'the Sunrays', as well as selēnē (σελήνη) for 'the Moon'. Languages in which the name appears include German, Estonian, Polish, Silesian, Czech, and Hungarian.
How do you pronounce Hela?
The pronunciation of Hela is two-syllable and clearly structured. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'He-la' [ˈheːla], starting with a long E sound that conveys brightness. The open A at the end provides a warm tonal note. This makes Hela sound friendly and balanced - feminine, calm, and sonically clear.
When is the name day of Hela?
The name day for Hela is celebrated on April 26, May 21, August 18, October 29, and November 15.
Popularity
In Germany, Hela is a fairly popular first name. Currently, it ranks 1,630th in the list of the most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 2007 at 732nd. In the last ten years, Hela has been given as a first name about 90 times, placing it 2,565th in the ten-year statistics. For the period from 2010 to 2024, it ranks 2,933rd.
Nicknames & pet names
Halloula
Famous people
- Hela (Goddess of Death)
- Hela Gruel (German actress)
- Hela Msaad (Tunisian handball player)
- Hela Yungst (model from America)
Frequently asked questions about the name Hela
What does the name Hela mean?
Hela means 'the Shining' or 'the Radiant' and has ancient Greek roots. The name is often associated with terms like 'Torch', 'Sun', and 'Moon'.
Is Hela a typical girl's name?
Yes, Hela is a traditional girl's name and is primarily used for girls.
Are there suitable nicknames for Hela?
A common nickname for Hela is Halloula. Other variants could be Heli or Hella.
How is the name Hela pronounced?
Hela is usually pronounced like 'Heh-lah', with the first part being emphasized.