Meaning Of Old Greek origin, a form of Helen meaning 'bright one' or 'shining one'. Origin of Eleni Greek +-100%Zoom level changed to 1 Popular Middle Names Barbara, Gweneth, Irina, June, Nora, Sofia Pronunciation 🔊 Listen Eleni EL-en-ee Similar Names Ellen Nell Nel Iyla Eleanor-Rose Ella-Grace Helaine Lily-Ella Aiyana Ella May Year by Year Popularity of Eleni