UK girl's name
Helina
A feminine name of uncertain origin potentially derived from the Greek word helios meaning "sun".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Helina is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Helina popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3598, with 6 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1998, with 8 births.
This profile covers 51 England and Wales registrations across 11 recorded years from 1996 to 2023. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 51 living people in the UK are called Helina. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Helina ranked #3598 for girls in England and Wales in 2023, with 6 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1998, when 8 girls were registered as Helina.
- • About 51 living people in the UK are estimated to have Helina as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3598
2023
Births in 2023
6
Latest year
Peak year
1998
8 births
Estimated living
51
2026
Meaning
What does Helina mean?
The given name Helina has its origins in the Greek language. It is a feminine form derived from the Greek word "helios," which means "sun." The name can be traced back to ancient Greek civilizations, where the sun held significant cultural and religious importance.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Helina can be found in ancient Greek mythology. It was the name given to a nymph associated with the sun and its radiant warmth. Helina was often depicted as a beautiful maiden, reflecting the sun's resplendent glow.
During the Byzantine era, the name Helina gained popularity among Greek-speaking communities. It was borne by several individuals of note, including Helina of Constantinople, a renowned philosopher and scholar who lived in the 5th century AD.
In the 12th century, Helina Angelina Doukaina was a prominent figure in the Byzantine court. As the wife of the Byzantine Emperor Alexios III Angelos, she played a significant role in the political and cultural spheres of the era.
The name Helina also found its way into the annals of Christian hagiography. Saint Helina, a 4th-century martyr, was venerated for her unwavering faith and courage in the face of persecution.
Throughout the centuries, the name Helina has been borne by notable individuals across various fields. One such example is Helina Hirvilammi, a Finnish artist and sculptor who lived from 1937 to 2022, known for her captivating works that explored the relationship between nature and the human form.
Another notable bearer of the name was Helina Stadlober, an Austrian cross-country skier born in 1993. She achieved remarkable success on the international stage, winning multiple medals at various prestigious competitions.
In the realm of literature, Helina Amiri was an Afghan writer and poet who lived from 1964 to 2021. Her works shed light on the experiences of women in Afghanistan and advocated for their rights and empowerment.
These are just a few examples of the individuals who have carried the name Helina throughout history, each leaving their mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of human endeavors.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Helina over time
The chart below shows babies named Helina registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Helina, the clearest high point is 1998. The latest England and Wales figure is 6 births in 2023, compared with 8 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Helina by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Helina was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4949 | 12 | 3 |
| 2010s | #4482 | 10 | 2 |
| 2000s | #3715 | 18 | 4 |
| 1990s | #2887 | 11 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Helina
- Hannah 67,635
- Holly 52,307
- Harriet 24,781
- Hollie 17,902
- Harper 15,784
- Heidi 12,675
- Hallie 9,873
- Hope 9,414
- Hayley 5,968
- Hazel 5,954
- Hanna 5,735
- Heather 5,497
FAQ
Helina: questions and answers
How popular is the name Helina in the UK right now?
In 2023, Helina was ranked #3598 for girls in England and Wales, with 6 births registered.
When was Helina most popular?
The peak year on record was 1998, with 8 babies registered as Helina in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Helina?
A feminine name of uncertain origin potentially derived from the Greek word helios meaning "sun".
How many people are called Helina in the UK?
A total of 51 babies have been registered as Helina across the 11 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.