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Lena

Lena is a girl name of Greek origin, meaning Short form of Helena or Magdalena.

  • GenderGirl
  • OriginGreek
  • StyleModern
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#242

What does Lena mean?

Short form of Helena or Magdalena

How popular is Lena?

Popularity in the United States

Lena has been given to 140,956 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1910s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 1,454 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Lena per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Lena has been given to 8,939 babies in France since 1984, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Lena per year in France, 1984–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 1,695 people called Lena living in Spain, with an average age of 14.2.

140,956 Babies named since 1880
1910s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Lena

What does the name Lena mean?

Lena means Short form of Helena or Magdalena. It is of Greek origin.

Is Lena a boy's or a girl's name?

Lena is most often given to girls.

How popular is the name Lena?

Lena has been given to 140,956 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1910s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.