Derna
girl nameDerna entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1844 in 1912, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
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rank today
#1844
peak (1912)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3123 |
| 1950s | #6086 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Derna are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Derna alive today was born around 1914, making them about 111 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Derna in 2025?
- Derna is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Derna most popular?
- Derna peaked in 1912, reaching #1844 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Derna with classmates?
- Derna will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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