Bena Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: BEN-uh //ˈbɛnə//
Origin: Hebrew; Arabic
Meaning: Hebrew: 'daughter'; Arabic: 'to be born'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Bena has its roots in Hebrew, deriving from the word "bānâ," which means "to build." This etymology reflects a foundational aspect, often associated with strength and creation. The name is linked to the Hebrew Bible, where it appears in various forms, notably as a masculine name in the context of biblical figures, such as Benaiah, a warrior and chief of King David's bodyguard.
The transition of the name into other languages occurred through the influence of the Hebrew scriptures, particularly during the periods of the Septuagint's Greek translation and the subsequent Latin Vulgate, which helped disseminate biblical names throughout Europe. Historically, the name Bena and its variants have appeared in various cultures, particularly in Jewish communities, where it has been used for both boys and girls.
The name's association with biblical narratives has contributed to its endurance over centuries, as it is often linked to themes of strength and resilience. In the context of Christian tradition, names derived from biblical figures have been significant, especially during the Middle Ages when saints' names were commonly adopted.
While Bena itself may not have a direct connection to a specific saint, its biblical roots align it with the broader tradition of names that carry religious significance. Culturally, the name Bena resonates with themes of construction and legacy, symbolizing the act of building not only in a physical sense but also in terms of character and community.
This symbolic association has allowed the name to maintain relevance across generations, particularly in contexts where names are chosen for their meanings and historical connections. The name may also have diminutive forms or variations in different cultures, but its core meaning remains tied to the idea of creation and strength.
Famous people named Bena
In this section, you will find notable people named Bena. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Bena who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Bena Khedira is a professional footballer best known for playing with FC Augsburg and the German national team.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bena was first seen in the United States in 1880.
Bena has ranked as high as #3936 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, and Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Bena has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Bena is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Bena was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Bena.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7 | 7 |
| 2023 | 10 | 10 |
| 2022 | 5 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 | 5 |
| 2019 | 8 | 8 |
| 2018 | 7 | 7 |
| 2015 | 6 | 6 |
| 2014 | 5 | 5 |
| 2012 | 7 | 7 |
| 2010 | 5 | 5 |
| 2009 | 7 | 7 |
| 2007 | 6 | 6 |
| 2006 | 7 | 7 |
| 2003 | 7 | 7 |
| 2000 | 6 | 6 |
| 1998 | 6 | 6 |
| 1993 | 5 | 5 |
| 1992 | 5 | 5 |
| 1990 | 7 | 7 |
| 1988 | 8 | 8 |
| 1986 | 5 | 5 |
| 1983 | 7 | 7 |
| 1982 | 5 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 | 5 |
| 1980 | 6 | 6 |
| 1979 | 7 | 7 |
| 1978 | 5 | 5 |
| 1976 | 5 | 5 |
| 1975 | 5 | 5 |
| 1974 | 9 | 9 |
| 1973 | 7 | 7 |
| 1972 | 7 | 7 |
| 1967 | 9 | 9 |
| 1964 | 6 | 6 |
| 1963 | 5 | 5 |
| 1960 | 8 | 8 |
| 1958 | 6 | 6 |
| 1956 | 6 | 6 |
| 1955 | 7 | 7 |
| 1954 | 5 | 5 |
| 1953 | 6 | 6 |
| 1952 | 5 | 5 |
| 1948 | 6 | 6 |
| 1947 | 9 | 9 |
| 1944 | 6 | 6 |
| 1943 | 5 | 5 |
| 1942 | 7 | 7 |
| 1940 | 5 | 5 |
| 1939 | 6 | 6 |
| 1937 | 7 | 7 |
| 1936 | 6 | 6 |
| 1935 | 6 | 6 |
| 1934 | 9 | 9 |
| 1932 | 7 | 7 |
| 1930 | 10 | 10 |
| 1929 | 5 | 5 |
| 1928 | 8 | 8 |
| 1927 | 12 | 12 |
| 1926 | 5 | 5 |
| 1925 | 9 | 9 |
| 1924 | 6 | 6 |
| 1923 | 6 | 6 |
| 1922 | 6 | 6 |
| 1921 | 13 | 13 |
| 1920 | 16 | 16 |
| 1919 | 8 | 8 |
| 1918 | 16 | 16 |
| 1917 | 7 | 7 |
| 1916 | 12 | 12 |
| 1915 | 12 | 12 |
| 1914 | 7 | 7 |
| 1913 | 8 | 8 |
| 1912 | 7 | 7 |
| 1910 | 6 | 6 |
| 1909 | 6 | 6 |
| 1908 | 5 | 5 |
| 1907 | 5 | 5 |
| 1906 | 6 | 6 |
| 1903 | 6 | 6 |
| 1902 | 8 | 8 |
| 1901 | 5 | 5 |
| 1900 | 5 | 5 |
| 1899 | 6 | 6 |
| 1898 | 10 | 10 |
| 1895 | 6 | 6 |
| 1894 | 9 | 9 |
| 1893 | 6 | 6 |
| 1891 | 6 | 6 |
| 1890 | 6 | 6 |
| 1888 | 5 | 5 |
| 1887 | 7 | 7 |
| 1883 | 6 | 6 |
| 1880 | 6 | 6 |
Top States for Bena (2023)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 5 |