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Helen

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“Torch”or“Moon”

Helen — English form of the Greek Ἑλένη (Helene), probably from ἑλένη (helene) meaning "torch", or possibly related to σελήνη (selene) meaning "moon". In Greek legend Helen of Troy was the most beautiful woman in the world, and her abduction began the Trojan War.

Saintly namesake: Helen of Anjou was a 14th-century Serbian queen known for her piety and charitable works. She is venerated as a saint in the Eastern Orthodox Church. (14th century)

EnglishSwedishNorwegian2 syllables · /ˈhɛlən/

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