Lena Mancuso

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Lena Mancuso — torch, bright
119K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Lena Mancuso is a name that combines English origins. The first name Lena is a feminine given name of English origin. Lena is a feminine given name, a short form of Helena (Ἑλένη), meaning 'torch' or 'shining light'. It may be a given name by itself or a diminutive of Helena and variants, such as Elena. People with the given name Nickname The female protagonist in an Ole and Lena joke Lena, in the 1996 anime Shamanic Princess Lena, played by Marion Cotillard in the 2006 film Toi et Moi Lena, played by Emma Levie in the 2011 film Lena Lena, played by Natalie Portman in the 2018 film Annihilation Lena, in the book series Fablehaven Lena Adams, in the Grant County, Georgia series of books Lena Duchannes, in the . The surname Mancuso: Adolfo Mancuso (born 1930), Argentine swimmer Alejandro Mancuso (born 1968), Argentine footballer Anna Mancuso (born 1971), Canadian politician Ciro Mancuso (born 1949), Nevada-based drug dealer convicted of running a $140-million marijuana smuggling operation David Mancuso (1944–2016), American DJ Eros Mancuso (born 1999), Argentine footballer Filippo Mancuso (1922–2011), Italian judge and politician Francis Xavier Mancuso (1887–1970), leader of Tammany Hall and judge for New York's Court of General Sessions Frank Mancuso Jr. Lena is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 119K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Lena reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Lena

Meaning: torch, bright

English

Lena is a feminine given name, a short form of Helena (Ἑλένη), meaning 'torch' or 'shining light'. It may be a given name by itself or a diminutive of Helena and variants, such as Elena. People with the given name Nickname The female protagonist in an Ole and Lena joke Lena, in the 1996 anime Shamanic Princess Lena, played by Marion Cotillard in the 2006 film Toi et Moi Lena, played by Emma Levie in the 2011 film Lena Lena, played by Natalie Portman in the 2018 film Annihilation Lena, in the book series Fablehaven Lena Adams, in the Grant County, Georgia series of books Lena Duchannes, in the .

Surname: Mancuso

Italian

Adolfo Mancuso (born 1930), Argentine swimmer Alejandro Mancuso (born 1968), Argentine footballer Anna Mancuso (born 1971), Canadian politician Ciro Mancuso (born 1949), Nevada-based drug dealer convicted of running a $140-million marijuana smuggling operation David Mancuso (1944–2016), American DJ Eros Mancuso (born 1999), Argentine footballer Filippo Mancuso (1922–2011), Italian judge and politician Francis Xavier Mancuso (1887–1970), leader of Tammany Hall and judge for New York's Court of General Sessions Frank Mancuso Jr.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 13%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Lena Mancuso

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 Lena Mancuso:

1
Expression Number

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

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

3
Personality Number

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

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 Lena?
The first name Lena originates from English. Lena is a feminine given name, a short form of Helena (Ἑλένη), meaning 'torch' or 'shining light'. It may be a given name by itself or a diminutive of Helena and variants, such as Elena. People with the given name Nickname The female protagonist in an Ole and Lena joke Lena, in the 1996 anime Shamanic Princess Lena, played by Marion Cotillard in the 2006 film Toi et Moi Lena, played by Emma Levie in the 2011 film Lena Lena, played by Natalie Portman in the 2018 film Annihilation Lena, in the book series Fablehaven Lena Adams, in the Grant County, Georgia series of books Lena Duchannes, in the .
When was Lena most popular?
The name Lena reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Mancuso?
The surname Mancuso originates from Italian. Adolfo Mancuso (born 1930), Argentine swimmer Alejandro Mancuso (born 1968), Argentine footballer Anna Mancuso (born 1971), Canadian politician Ciro Mancuso (born 1949), Nevada-based drug dealer convicted of running a $140-million marijuana smuggling operation David Mancuso (1944–2016), American DJ Eros Mancuso (born 1999), Argentine footballer Filippo Mancuso (1922–2011), Italian judge and politician Francis Xavier Mancuso (1887–1970), leader of Tammany Hall and judge for New York's Court of General Sessions Frank Mancuso Jr.
What are the origins of the name Lena Mancuso?
The name Lena Mancuso combines two different traditions: the first name Lena has English roots, while the surname Mancuso originates from Italian.
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