Jena
girl name#5410 in 2025Jena entered the US charts in 1900, peaked at #371 in 1985, ranks #5410 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1900–2025
#5410
rank today
#371
peak (1985)
23
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1932 |
| 1910s | #4083 |
| 1920s | #4293 |
| 1930s | #3862 |
| 1940s | #3444 |
| 1950s | #1761 |
| 1960s | #1043 |
| 1970s | #818 |
| 1980s | #574 |
| 1990s | #685 |
| 2000s | #1343 |
| 2010s | #3181 |
| 2020s | #5185 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jena has been most popular in CA, TX, MI.
Living bearers
About 12,500 people named Jena are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jena alive today was born around 1987, making them about 38 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jena in 2025?
- Jena ranks #5410 among US girl names in 2025, with 23 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jena most popular?
- Jena peaked in 1985, reaching #371 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Jena with classmates?
- Jena will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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