Helen
Meaning
Light
Origin
Greek
Pronunciation
/hɛlən/
Traits associated with the name Helen:
Dogs named Helen tend to be loving, industrious, and affectionate. This feminine name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Helen?
That you have a creative and unique sense of humor.
Is Helen a good dog name?
Helen has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Helen isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Helen is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Helen was, in the past month, the 5041st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Helen is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Helen was viewed 46 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Helen's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Helen is most adored in Virginia, Pennsylvania and California.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Michigan, North Carolina and Indiana.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Helen.
Most popular breeds named Helen:
- German Shepherd
- Labrador Retriever
- American Staffordshire Terrier
- Beagle
- Boxer
Helen is found in these categories:
old-fashioned
Popular in the 1920s, it's now more associated with Greek mythology.
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