Dena
boy nameDena entered the US charts in 1964, peaked at #3146 in 1971, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1964–2025
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rank today
#3146
peak (1971)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #4088 |
| 1970s | #3948 |
| 1980s | #5369 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Dena are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Dena alive today was born around 1972, making them about 53 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 is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Dena most popular?
- Dena peaked in 1971, reaching #3146 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dena with classmates?
- Dena will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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