Dena
girl name#4546 in 2025Dena entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #208 in 1970, ranks #4546 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#4546
rank today
#208
peak (1970)
30
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #415 |
| 1890s | #440 |
| 1900s | #578 |
| 1910s | #673 |
| 1920s | #800 |
| 1930s | #840 |
| 1940s | #722 |
| 1950s | #467 |
| 1960s | #301 |
| 1970s | #309 |
| 1980s | #589 |
| 1990s | #1348 |
| 2000s | #2518 |
| 2010s | #3767 |
| 2020s | #4512 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Dena has been most popular in IN, MI, NJ.
Living bearers
About 27,000 people named Dena are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dena alive today was born around 1969, making them about 56 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dena in 2025?
- Dena ranks #4546 among US girl names in 2025, with 30 babies given the name.
- When was the name Dena most popular?
- Dena peaked in 1970, reaching #208 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Dena with classmates?
- Dena will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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