Yelena
girl name#1796 in 2025Yelena entered the US charts in 1961, peaked at #1497 in 2022, ranks #1796 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1961–2025
#1796
rank today
#1497
peak (2022)
112
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #5570 |
| 1970s | #9017 |
| 1980s | #8141 |
| 1990s | #6626 |
| 2000s | #3377 |
| 2010s | #3686 |
| 2020s | #2596 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Yelena has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 1,600 people named Yelena are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Yelena alive today was born around 2012, making them about 13 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Yelena in 2025?
- Yelena ranks #1796 among US girl names in 2025, with 112 babies given the name.
- When was the name Yelena most popular?
- Yelena peaked in 2022, reaching #1497 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Yelena with classmates?
- Yelena will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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