Save Gender Feminine Usage Ancient Greek Scripts Ιιλευνα(Ancient Greek) Other Forms FormsJilena, Jileina Meaning & History Bring some light into your life with this timeless name. Jileyna, a Greek girl’s name, means “shining light” and is a variant of the names Helen, Jelena, and Jilena. It combines a youthful sound with a touch of classic charm.