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Helen

Helen is a girl name of English origin.

  • GenderGirl
  • OriginEnglish
  • StyleOriginal
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#373

How popular is Helen?

Popularity in the United States

Helen has been given to 1,023,646 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1920s. It has held a steady level of use since.

About 1 in 2,298 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

018,11436,228188019502020
Babies named Helen per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in Spain

There are 1,212 people called Helen living in Spain, with an average age of 38.4.

1,023,646 Babies named since 1880
1920s Peak decade
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Frequently asked questions about Helen

Is Helen a boy's or a girl's name?

Helen is most often given to girls.

How popular is the name Helen?

Helen has been given to 1,023,646 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1920s. It has held a steady level of use since.