Lena
girl name#279 in 2025Lena entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #41 in 1884, ranks #279 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#279
rank today
#41
peak (1884)
1,106
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #44 |
| 1890s | #47 |
| 1900s | #59 |
| 1910s | #79 |
| 1920s | #118 |
| 1930s | #179 |
| 1940s | #259 |
| 1950s | #362 |
| 1960s | #420 |
| 1970s | #433 |
| 1980s | #473 |
| 1990s | #536 |
| 2000s | #490 |
| 2010s | #313 |
| 2020s | #272 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lena has been most popular in CA, NY, PA.
Living bearers
About 54,000 people named Lena are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lena alive today was born around 1924, making them about 101 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lena in 2025?
- Lena ranks #279 among US girl names in 2025, with 1,106 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lena most popular?
- Lena peaked in 1884, reaching #41 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lena with classmates?
- Lena will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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