Hellen
girl name#1796 in 2025Hellen entered the US charts in 1883, peaked at #508 in 1924, ranks #1796 today — a vintage name making a comeback.
Popularity 1883–2025
#1796
rank today
#508
peak (1924)
112
babies in 2025
comeback
a vintage name making a comeback
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #866 |
| 1890s | #791 |
| 1900s | #730 |
| 1910s | #627 |
| 1920s | #548 |
| 1930s | #616 |
| 1940s | #861 |
| 1950s | #1424 |
| 1960s | #2238 |
| 1970s | #3971 |
| 1980s | #4361 |
| 1990s | #4593 |
| 2000s | #3434 |
| 2010s | #2560 |
| 2020s | #1947 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Hellen has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 4,000 people named Hellen are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Hellen alive today was born around 1939, making them about 86 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hellen in 2025?
- Hellen ranks #1796 among US girl names in 2025, with 112 babies given the name.
- When was the name Hellen most popular?
- Hellen peaked in 1924, reaching #508 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Hellen with classmates?
- Hellen will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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