Zena Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Zena is a name of Greek origin, meaning 'gift of Zeus'. It evolved from the name Zenon and has a modern and stylish appeal. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name. It has gained popularity in the 20th century and is often associated with strength and independence.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Zena"
Pronunciation
/ˈziːnə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Zena is derived from the Greek name 'Zenon', which means 'gift of Zeus'.
Meaning
gift of Zeus
Language Evolution
Zenon, Zena
Historical Usage
The name Zena gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in Western cultures, as a unique and exotic name.
Variants & Derivatives
Zenaida, Zenae, Zenaida
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Zena is viewed as a modern and stylish name with a strong and independent connotation.
Famous People
Zena M. McKeown, an American artist, Zena Marshall, a British actress
📊 Zena Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Zena Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 222 peak births in 1964
Geographic Spread
Popular across 25 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Zena"
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 "Zena"
"Zena" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1073rd of 9107 | 843 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1661st of 9204 | 426 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1449th of 12526 | 983 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1808th of 19264 | 815 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2112th of 27321 | 923 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3086th of 35406 | 810 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2473rd of 30306 | 880 |
Regional Popularity of "Zena" 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 "Zena" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
88.77% 1257th/1416 |
63.31% 873rd/1379 |
62.93% 1489th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
95.54% 1477th/1546 |
66.65% 1037th/1556 |
100.00% 2353rd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
62.33% 1388th/2227 |
49.01% 1191st/2430 |
44.90% 1281st/2853 |
48.61% 1349th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
69.90% 2053rd/2937 |
41.95% 1461st/3483 |
58.27% 2050th/3518 |
43.32% 1752nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
60.49% 2229th/3685 |
35.75% 1600th/4475 |
45.88% 2383rd/5194 |
33.50% 2116th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
73.44% 3365th/4582 |
46.09% 2380th/5164 |
51.91% 3796th/7313 |
42.50% 3172nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
72.89% 2904th/3984 |
46.94% 2106th/4487 |
35.93% 2451st/6822 |
39.26% 2464th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Zena"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Zena" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Zena" in the United States
The name Zena is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast 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, Zena has been stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Zena' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1073rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1661st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1449th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1808th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2112th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3086th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2473rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Zena' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.