Lena Nigro

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Lena Nigro — torch, bright
119K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Lena Nigro 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 Nigro: Carmine Nigro (1910–2001), American chess master and instructor; first coach of Bobby Fischer Dan Nigro (born 1982), American songwriter and producer Daniel A. Nigro (born 1948), 33rd New York City Fire Commissioner Don Nigro (born 1949), American playwright Fabio Nigro (born 1965), Argentine association football player Filippo Nigro (born 1970), Italian actor Frank Nigro (born 1960), Canadian-Italian ice hockey player Jan Nigro (1920–2012), New Zealand artist Laura Nyro (1947–1997), American singer/songwriter Louis J. Nigro 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: Nigro

Italian

Carmine Nigro (1910–2001), American chess master and instructor; first coach of Bobby Fischer Dan Nigro (born 1982), American songwriter and producer Daniel A. Nigro (born 1948), 33rd New York City Fire Commissioner Don Nigro (born 1949), American playwright Fabio Nigro (born 1965), Argentine association football player Filippo Nigro (born 1970), Italian actor Frank Nigro (born 1960), Canadian-Italian ice hockey player Jan Nigro (1920–2012), New Zealand artist Laura Nyro (1947–1997), American singer/songwriter Louis J. Nigro 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 Nigro

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 Nigro:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

3
Soul Urge Number

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

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 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 Nigro?
The surname Nigro originates from Italian. Carmine Nigro (1910–2001), American chess master and instructor; first coach of Bobby Fischer Dan Nigro (born 1982), American songwriter and producer Daniel A. Nigro (born 1948), 33rd New York City Fire Commissioner Don Nigro (born 1949), American playwright Fabio Nigro (born 1965), Argentine association football player Filippo Nigro (born 1970), Italian actor Frank Nigro (born 1960), Canadian-Italian ice hockey player Jan Nigro (1920–2012), New Zealand artist Laura Nyro (1947–1997), American singer/songwriter Louis J. Nigro Jr.
What are the origins of the name Lena Nigro?
The name Lena Nigro combines two different traditions: the first name Lena has English roots, while the surname Nigro originates from Italian.
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