Helaena is a lesser-known female given name of Greek origin, derived from the Greek word 'hele' which means 'torch'. The name was popularized by the High Fantasy series "A Song of Ice and Fire" written by George R.R. Martin and its television adaptation, Game of Thrones. In these works, Helaena is a character known for her beauty and kindness, often serving as a contrast to other characters in the series.
Helaena experienced a noticeable increase in popularity from 2022 to 2023, with ten births recorded in the latter year, the highest since 2003 when five newborns were named Helaena. The name's usage was relatively stable between 2011 and 2022, with six births each of those years. Overall, there have been twenty-seven babies named Helaena from 2003 to 2023 inclusive.