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Origin: Welsh

Meaning: Nymph

If you’re looking to unlock the magic in baby, Elen might make the cut! Elen is a wonderful girl’s name of winsome character that comes from the Welsh word elen, meaning “nymph,” and may awaken all minds to a world where magic and mystique come to life. In Hellenic legend and lore, nymphs were known to both personify and protect nature, watching over the wind, clouds, trees, and caverns while the Olympians savored the success of their creation. And with any luck, Elen may be the name that inspires your little one to build that very same bond.