Tenna Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationTEN-uh / ˈtɛnəEnglish; Scandinavian
Meaning
English: 'little ten'; Scandinavian: 'to hold'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tenna is relatively modern and may derive from diminutive forms of names like Tena or Tenisha. It has roots in both English and Scandinavian cultures, reflecting a blend of influences. The name is not widely used and may appeal to those seeking unique or contemporary names for girls.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tena
- Tenny
International Variants
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tenna was first seen in the United States in 1902. Tenna has ranked as high as #1110 nationally, which occurred in 1961, and has been most popular in Alabama, Indiana, Kentucky, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Tenna has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tenna (1964)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1902 | 6 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1947 | 11 |
| 1948 | 13 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 11 |
| 1952 | 11 |
| 1953 | 8 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 12 |
| 1956 | 18 |
| 1957 | 29 |
| 1958 | 21 |
| 1959 | 19 |
| 1960 | 27 |
| 1961 | 33 |
| 1962 | 25 |
| 1963 | 21 |
| 1964 | 31 |
| 1965 | 16 |
| 1966 | 21 |
| 1967 | 11 |
| 1968 | 26 |
| 1969 | 19 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 11 |
| 1972 | 13 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 12 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1993 | 6 |