Birthday
HydrangeasOlena’s (Helen’s) name day under the new church calendar of the OCU and UGCC is celebrated on 21 May; under the old style it is 3 June. The day honours Saints Constantine and Helen, Equal-to-the-Apostles, so Olenas and Kostiantyns celebrate their name day together. Below are short name day wishes for Olena, wishes in your own words, messages for a friend, mom, sister or colleague, and poems.
More name day collections: name day wishes, Iryna’s name day and Nataliia’s name day.
Short name day wishes for Olena
- Olena, happy name day! Light, love and warmth in every day.
- Olenka, happy angel day! May your guardian angel always protect you.
- Lena, happy name day! May May bring you flowers and life bring you joy.
- Happy name day, Olena! Health, harmony and happy news.
Wishes in your own words
The name Olena is often associated with light and the sun. Think about how she brightens your life and wish her what she dreams of. For example: “Olena, happy name day! Everything is brighter around you — thank you for your kindness and support. May Saint Helen protect you and may every new day give you a reason to smile.”
For a friend
- Olenka, happy name day! You are my sunshine on grey days. May your dreams come true and loyal friends always be near.
- Happy angel day, my friend! Stay as bright, sincere and charming as you are.
- Lena, congratulations! May this year bring you lots of travel and happy encounters.
For mom, sister or your love
- Mom, happy name day! You are the light of our family. Health, peace and many happy years.
- Sis, happy name day! May your angel protect you and life bring only joyful events.
- My dear Olenka, happy name day! You are my sun and my inspiration.
For a colleague
- Olena, happy name day! Thank you for your energy and positivity. Success and new achievements.
- Happy name day, Olena! May work inspire you and home always be warm.
Name day poems for Olena
Happy name day, Lena dear!
May May’s warm sun be always near,
May happiness and love so true
Bloom in every day for you!
Olena — light, Olena — sun,
A home of warmth for everyone!
May joy come knocking at your door
And stay with you forevermore!
About the feast
Saint Helen was the mother of the Roman Emperor Constantine the Great. According to tradition, in the 4th century she found the True Cross in Jerusalem, while Constantine legalised Christianity in the Roman Empire. For this, both are called Equal-to-the-Apostles.
Flowers for Olena
A May name day is a great reason to give a lush flower basket or a tender bouquet. A basket is especially fitting for a mom or a colleague.
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More options in our flower baskets and flowers for mom sections.
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FAQ
When is Olena’s name day?
Under the new church calendar — on 21 May; under the old style — on 3 June.
Who was Saint Helen?
Saint Helen, Equal-to-the-Apostles, mother of Emperor Constantine the Great, who according to tradition found the True Cross.
What to give Olena on her name day?
A flower basket, personalised jewellery, an icon of Saint Helen or a sweet gift.
Another summer name day: Mariia’s name day (22 July).
May and July name days: Yuliia’s name day.
Kostiantyn celebrates on the same day: Kostiantyn name day wishes (21 May).
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Author: Maria Svitlovir
Graduated from Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Institute of Biology and Medicine (2001). BSc in Biology, MSc in Horticulture. Writes about plants, works at a garden centre selecting and repotting plants, and contributes to plant reference guides.
