Lenja - A natural girl name

Lenja is a lovely feminine name with Greek roots that exude a sense of brightness and beauty. It is often associated with the luminous qualities of the moon and sun, making it a perfect choice for those seeking a name that reflects divine light and radiance.

What’s the origin of Lenja

Lenja is a Russian short variant of the name Helena, which is derived from the ancient Greek name Helene (Λενη).

What’s the meaning of Lenja

Lenja means “torch” (from ancient Greek ηλένη/helénē) and “beautiful”, “light”, “bright” and “shining” (from ancient Greek ηλίος/Ηλίος = sun/sunlight/sunshine). The name is as well derived from ancient Greek σελήνη/selēnē meaning “moon”.

Variants of Lenja

• Lenia
• Lenya
• Lénia

Similar names

• Helen
• Selena
• Luna
• Eliana
• Eleanor
• Alana

Phonetics

Lenja (len-ya) is an easy name to pronounce with a soft sonority