Alena Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-LAY-nah / əˈleɪ.nəSlavic; Greek
Meaning
Slavic: bright, shining; Greek: light
Historical & Cultural Background
Alena is a feminine name commonly found in Slavic cultures, often considered a diminutive of names like Helena. It has gained popularity in various countries due to its melodic sound and positive meaning. The name is also associated with the Greek name Helen, which has historical significance in literature and mythology.
Trend Summary
Alena has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Alina
- Elena
International Variants
- Alena (Czech); Alena (Russian); Alena (Polish)
Famous people named Alena
Alena Seredova is a Czech model and actress known for her work in fashion and television.
Alena Vranova is a notable Czech artist recognized for her contributions to contemporary art.
Alena Koval is a Ukrainian politician who has served in various governmental roles.
Alena Shishkova is a Russian model and beauty queen who gained fame after winning several beauty contests.
Fictional characters named Alena
Alena is a character in the video game 'The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt', known for her role in the storyline.
Alena appears in the novel 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' as a supporting character with a significant impact on the plot.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alena was first seen in the United States in 1891. Alena has ranked as high as #911 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Alena has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alena (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 58 | |
| CA | 48 | |
| FL | 34 | |
| NY | 21 | |
| PA | 15 | |
| VA | 14 | |
| OH | 12 | |
| AZ | 11 | |
| NJ | 11 | |
| GA | 9 | |
| IL | 9 | |
| IN | 9 | |
| UT | 7 | |
| OR | 6 | |
| WA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1891 | 5 |
| 1893 | 5 |
| 1894 | 7 |
| 1896 | 8 |
| 1898 | 13 |
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1900 | 7 |
| 1902 | 8 |
| 1903 | 6 |
| 1905 | 5 |
| 1906 | 9 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1908 | 6 |
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1910 | 6 |
| 1911 | 7 |
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1913 | 14 |
| 1914 | 13 |
| 1915 | 18 |
| 1916 | 22 |
| 1917 | 16 |
| 1918 | 20 |
| 1919 | 13 |
| 1920 | 25 |
| 1921 | 16 |
| 1922 | 24 |
| 1923 | 9 |
| 1924 | 20 |
| 1925 | 21 |
| 1926 | 16 |
| 1927 | 16 |
| 1928 | 21 |
| 1929 | 12 |
| 1930 | 13 |
| 1931 | 14 |
| 1932 | 9 |
| 1933 | 9 |
| 1934 | 15 |
| 1935 | 9 |
| 1937 | 10 |
| 1938 | 15 |
| 1939 | 12 |
| 1940 | 8 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1943 | 11 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1945 | 17 |
| 1946 | 13 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1948 | 13 |
| 1949 | 14 |
| 1950 | 16 |
| 1951 | 12 |
| 1952 | 9 |
| 1953 | 15 |
| 1954 | 15 |
| 1955 | 28 |
| 1956 | 17 |
| 1957 | 30 |
| 1958 | 22 |
| 1959 | 30 |
| 1960 | 28 |
| 1961 | 24 |
| 1962 | 31 |
| 1963 | 55 |
| 1964 | 53 |
| 1965 | 43 |
| 1966 | 48 |
| 1967 | 57 |
| 1968 | 39 |
| 1969 | 68 |
| 1970 | 68 |
| 1971 | 61 |
| 1972 | 72 |
| 1973 | 73 |
| 1974 | 88 |
| 1975 | 75 |
| 1976 | 95 |
| 1977 | 101 |
| 1978 | 112 |
| 1979 | 124 |
| 1980 | 151 |
| 1981 | 139 |
| 1982 | 133 |
| 1983 | 115 |
| 1984 | 91 |
| 1985 | 163 |
| 1986 | 120 |
| 1987 | 119 |
| 1988 | 118 |
| 1989 | 158 |
| 1990 | 157 |
| 1991 | 141 |
| 1992 | 173 |
| 1993 | 186 |
| 1994 | 205 |
| 1995 | 246 |
| 1996 | 258 |
| 1997 | 260 |
| 1998 | 280 |
| 1999 | 290 |
| 2000 | 321 |
| 2001 | 346 |
| 2002 | 333 |
| 2003 | 400 |
| 2004 | 406 |
| 2005 | 401 |
| 2006 | 431 |
| 2007 | 432 |
| 2008 | 445 |
| 2009 | 401 |
| 2010 | 384 |
| 2011 | 369 |
| 2012 | 374 |
| 2013 | 375 |
| 2014 | 465 |
| 2015 | 499 |
| 2016 | 471 |
| 2017 | 466 |
| 2018 | 377 |
| 2019 | 386 |
| 2020 | 416 |
| 2021 | 372 |
| 2022 | 388 |
| 2023 | 339 |
| 2024 | 375 |