Helen Flickinger

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Helen Flickinger — torch, bright
1.0 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Helen Flickinger is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Helen is a feminine given name of Greek origin. From the Greek Helene (Ἑλένη), possibly related to helios (sun). Helen of Troy was the legendary cause of the Trojan War. The surname Flickinger: Andy Flickinger (born 1978), French cyclist Daniel Flickinger, audio engineer Daniel Kumler Flickinger (1824–1911), American bishop Don Flickinger (1907–1997), American surgeon Grace Mary Flickinger SBS (1935–2024), American biology professor Hali Flickinger (born 1994), American swimmer Jacob Flickinger, a victim of the 2024 World Central Kitchen aid convoy attack Jason Flickinger (born 1977), American rower Burt Flickinger Center, a sports venue in Buffalo, New York, United States Flickinger Center for Performing Arts, a theater in Alamogordo, New Mexico, United States Helen is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 1.0 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Helen reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Helen

Meaning: torch, bright

Greek

From the Greek Helene (Ἑλένη), possibly related to helios (sun). Helen of Troy was the legendary cause of the Trojan War.

Surname: Flickinger

French

Andy Flickinger (born 1978), French cyclist Daniel Flickinger, audio engineer Daniel Kumler Flickinger (1824–1911), American bishop Don Flickinger (1907–1997), American surgeon Grace Mary Flickinger SBS (1935–2024), American biology professor Hali Flickinger (born 1994), American swimmer Jacob Flickinger, a victim of the 2024 World Central Kitchen aid convoy attack Jason Flickinger (born 1977), American rower Burt Flickinger Center, a sports venue in Buffalo, New York, United States Flickinger Center for Performing Arts, a theater in Alamogordo, New Mexico, United States

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 22%
Australia 10%
Greece 8%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Helen has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Elena
  • Ellen
  • Eleanor
  • Helena
  • Eleni
  • Elaine

Notable People Named Helen Flickinger

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 Helen Flickinger:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 Helen?
The first name Helen originates from Greek. From the Greek Helene (Ἑλένη), possibly related to helios (sun). Helen of Troy was the legendary cause of the Trojan War.
When was Helen most popular?
The name Helen reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Flickinger?
The surname Flickinger originates from French. Andy Flickinger (born 1978), French cyclist Daniel Flickinger, audio engineer Daniel Kumler Flickinger (1824–1911), American bishop Don Flickinger (1907–1997), American surgeon Grace Mary Flickinger SBS (1935–2024), American biology professor Hali Flickinger (born 1994), American swimmer Jacob Flickinger, a victim of the 2024 World Central Kitchen aid convoy attack Jason Flickinger (born 1977), American rower Burt Flickinger Center, a sports venue in Buffalo, New York, United States Flickinger Center for Performing Arts, a theater in Alamogordo, New Mexico, United States
What are the origins of the name Helen Flickinger?
The name Helen Flickinger combines two different traditions: the first name Helen has Greek roots, while the surname Flickinger originates from French.
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