Lena
Lena is a name of Greek origin meaning 'light' or 'bright one,' derived from Helena or Magdalena. It's also used in various cultures including Russian, German, and Scandinavian traditions, where it stands as an independent name with warmth and simplicity.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 1,069. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 901
- 2012: 885
- 2013: 982
- 2014: 1,168
- 2015: 1,162
- 2016: 1,144
- 2017: 1,084
- 2018: 1,102
- 2019: 1,246
- 2020: 1,143
- 2021: 1,091
- 2022: 1,220
- 2023: 1,157
- 2024: 1,218
- 2025: 1,106
- 2026 (projected): 1,069
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across many languages
- •Works well in multicultural families due to international recognition
- •Short and complete on its own, doesn't require lengthening
- •Pronunciation is consistent (LEE-nah or LAY-nah depending on region)
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Famous People
Lena Horne
Singer and Civil Rights Activist
Lena Headey
Actress (Game of Thrones)
Lena Dunham
Actress and Writer
Lena Waithe
Screenwriter and Producer
Statistics
146,479
Total births since 1880
1917
Peak year
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