Elena Serafin

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Elena Serafin — torch, bright
57K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Elena Serafin is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Elena is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Dal greco Helene (Ἑλένη), forse connesso a helios (sole). Elena di Troia è il personaggio più celebre dell'antichità. The surname Serafin: Aldo Vera Serafin (c. 1933–1976), Cuban exile Barry Serafin (born 1941), American television journalist Barry Serafin (golf course architect), American golf course architect Catharina Serafin, Prussian woman on whom the first studies of electrical pacing were performed Enzo Serafin (1912–1995), Italian cinematographer Felix Serafin (1905–1966), American golfer Harald Serafin (1931–2025), Austrian opera singer and artistic director Henryk Serafin (1920–1997), Polish football player and coach Jakub Serafin (born 1996), Polish footballer Jean Sérafin (born 1941), French football player and coach . Elena is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 57K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Elena reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Elena

Meaning: torch, bright

Greek

Dal greco Helene (Ἑλένη), forse connesso a helios (sole). Elena di Troia è il personaggio più celebre dell'antichità.

Surname: Serafin

French

Aldo Vera Serafin (c. 1933–1976), Cuban exile Barry Serafin (born 1941), American television journalist Barry Serafin (golf course architect), American golf course architect Catharina Serafin, Prussian woman on whom the first studies of electrical pacing were performed Enzo Serafin (1912–1995), Italian cinematographer Felix Serafin (1905–1966), American golfer Harald Serafin (1931–2025), Austrian opera singer and artistic director Henryk Serafin (1920–1997), Polish football player and coach Jakub Serafin (born 1996), Polish footballer Jean Sérafin (born 1941), French football player and coach .

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Elena is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 23%
Australia 9%
Greece 9%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Elena by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Elena Serafin

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Elena Serafin:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Elena?
The first name Elena originates from Greek. Dal greco Helene (Ἑλένη), forse connesso a helios (sole). Elena di Troia è il personaggio più celebre dell'antichità.
When was Elena most popular?
The name Elena reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Serafin?
The surname Serafin originates from French. Aldo Vera Serafin (c. 1933–1976), Cuban exile Barry Serafin (born 1941), American television journalist Barry Serafin (golf course architect), American golf course architect Catharina Serafin, Prussian woman on whom the first studies of electrical pacing were performed Enzo Serafin (1912–1995), Italian cinematographer Felix Serafin (1905–1966), American golfer Harald Serafin (1931–2025), Austrian opera singer and artistic director Henryk Serafin (1920–1997), Polish football player and coach Jakub Serafin (born 1996), Polish footballer Jean Sérafin (born 1941), French football player and coach .
What are the origins of the name Elena Serafin?
The name Elena Serafin combines two different traditions: the first name Elena has Greek roots, while the surname Serafin originates from French.
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