Girl · 722nd of 35,406
Alena
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
15,613
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2015
Peak Popularity Year
499
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Alena stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Alena is a Slavic name derived from Helena, which has Greek origins meaning 'light' or 'torch'. It has evolved from historical forms such as Helena and Alenka. Today, it is seen as a modern and elegant name, with no direct biblical relevance. Alena has gained popularity particularly in Eastern Europe and has notable variants like Helena and Lena.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/əˈleɪ.nə/
Origin
Slavic
Etymology
Alena is derived from the Slavic name Helena, which ultimately comes from the Ancient Greek name Helene, meaning 'torch' or 'light'.
Meaning
light, torch
Language Evolution
Helena, Alena, Alenka
Historical Usage
Alena gained popularity in Eastern European countries, particularly among Slavic communities, during the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Helena, Alenka, Lena
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Alena is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often favored for its simplicity and beauty.
Famous People
Alena Seredova, Alena Vinnitskaya, Alena Shishkova
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 499 peak births in 2015
Geographic Spread
Popular across 40 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 9 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1974th of 9107 | 327 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2658th of 9204 | 203 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2324th of 12526 | 434 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1363rd of 19264 | 1,275 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1082nd of 27321 | 2,522 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 722nd of 35406 | 5,873 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 700th of 30306 | 4,929 |