Zena
girl name#2438 in 2025Zena entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #536 in 1883, ranks #2438 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#2438
rank today
#536
peak (1883)
73
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #776 |
| 1890s | #866 |
| 1900s | #980 |
| 1910s | #1035 |
| 1920s | #1190 |
| 1930s | #1667 |
| 1940s | #2050 |
| 1950s | #2025 |
| 1960s | #1213 |
| 1970s | #2468 |
| 1980s | #2155 |
| 1990s | #2066 |
| 2000s | #3623 |
| 2010s | #3027 |
| 2020s | #2231 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Zena has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 4,400 people named Zena are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Zena alive today was born around 1975, making them about 50 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Zena in 2025?
- Zena ranks #2438 among US girl names in 2025, with 73 babies given the name.
- When was the name Zena most popular?
- Zena peaked in 1883, reaching #536 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Zena with classmates?
- Zena will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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