Lena
Female name · ★ Classic
86,100
Total Births
1887
Peak Year
#271
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Lena
Lena is a classic female name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 86,100 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 1880s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 14,784 births |
| 1890s | 14,269 births |
| 1900s | 12,696 births |
| 1910s | 12,601 births |
| 1920s | 9,607 births |
| 1930s | 4,501 births |
| 1940s | 2,975 births |
| 1950s | 2,307 births |
| 1960s | 2,033 births |
| 1970s | 1,840 births |
| 1980s | 1,762 births |
| 1990s | 1,715 births |
| 2000s | 2,180 births |
| 2010s | 1,994 births |
| 2020s | 836 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Lena?
Lena has been given to 86,100 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1887 with 1,576 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #271.
Is Lena a boy or girl name?
Lena is primarily used as a female name in the United States.
When was Lena most popular?
Lena was most popular in 1887, when 1,576 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Lena?
Lena first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).