Roena Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Roena has Latin origins, derived from the word for 'famous' or 'renowned.' It evolved from Rowena, which signifies 'famous joy.' While it has no biblical relevance, it gained popularity in the early 20th century. Today, Roena is seen as a unique and elegant name with a charming connotation.
The name Roena is most popular in Tennessee, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Roena has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Roena' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1703rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2068th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4585th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10438th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Roena' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Roena"
Pronunciation
/roʊˈiːnə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Roena is derived from the Latin word 'Roe,' which means 'famous' or 'renowned.' It is a variation of the name Rowena, which has connections to Old English and means 'famous joy.'
Meaning
famous joy
Language Evolution
Rowena, Roe, Roena
Historical Usage
Roena gained popularity in the early 20th century as a variation of Rowena, which was popularized by literature and has remained in use in various forms since.
Variants & Derivatives
Rowena, Roe, Ro
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Roena is perceived as a unique and elegant name, associated with strength and charm. It is not very common, which adds to its appeal.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Roena"
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 of "Roena"
"Roena" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1703rd of 9107 | 410 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2068th of 9204 | 306 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4585th of 12526 | 140 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 10438th of 19264 | 41 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Roena" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Roena" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
100.00% 2366th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
95.54% 1477th/1546 |
- | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Roena"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Roena" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.