Kena Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEH-nah / ˈkɛnəJapanese; Native American
Meaning
Japanese: 'to be seen'; Native American: 'the one who is loved'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Japanese culture, names often carry significant meanings and are chosen based on auspiciousness. The name Kena may be used in various contexts, reflecting both beauty and visibility. In Native American cultures, names can signify personal attributes or familial connections, emphasizing love and community.
Trend Summary
The name Kena has seen limited popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kena
- Kenae
International Variants
- Kena (Japanese)
- Kena (Native American)
Famous people named Kena
—
Fictional characters named Kena
—
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kena was first seen in the United States in 1947. Kena has ranked as high as #1008 nationally, which occurred in 1975, and has been most popular in Illinois, Texas, California, Missouri, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Kena has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kena (1995)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1947 | 6 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1952 | 6 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1956 | 9 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 18 |
| 1960 | 12 |
| 1961 | 21 |
| 1962 | 18 |
| 1963 | 30 |
| 1964 | 33 |
| 1965 | 31 |
| 1966 | 28 |
| 1967 | 27 |
| 1968 | 46 |
| 1969 | 39 |
| 1970 | 42 |
| 1971 | 42 |
| 1972 | 51 |
| 1973 | 56 |
| 1974 | 43 |
| 1975 | 70 |
| 1976 | 63 |
| 1977 | 50 |
| 1978 | 58 |
| 1979 | 47 |
| 1980 | 55 |
| 1981 | 51 |
| 1982 | 40 |
| 1983 | 32 |
| 1984 | 21 |
| 1985 | 45 |
| 1986 | 30 |
| 1987 | 37 |
| 1988 | 29 |
| 1989 | 19 |
| 1990 | 28 |
| 1991 | 32 |
| 1992 | 24 |
| 1993 | 23 |
| 1994 | 23 |
| 1995 | 21 |
| 1996 | 21 |
| 1997 | 22 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 2000 | 21 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 26 |
| 2004 | 19 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 24 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 23 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 14 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2023 | 17 |
| 2024 | 19 |