Shalena Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsha-LAY-nah / ʃəˈleɪ.nəEnglish; Hebrew
Meaning
English: combination of 'Shay' and 'Lena'; Hebrew: 'peaceful' or 'calm'
Historical & Cultural Background
Shalena is a modern name that has emerged in English-speaking countries. It is often considered a blend of other names, particularly 'Shay' and 'Lena'. The name reflects a trend of creating unique names by combining elements from existing ones. Its usage has been more prevalent in recent decades, aligning with the rise of creative naming practices.
Trend Summary
Shalena has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States, particularly in the late 20th century.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shalena was first seen in the United States in 1968. Shalena has ranked as high as #1053 nationally, which occurred in 1977, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Shalena has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shalena (1995)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 14 |
| 1973 | 22 |
| 1974 | 15 |
| 1975 | 22 |
| 1976 | 31 |
| 1977 | 47 |
| 1978 | 35 |
| 1979 | 41 |
| 1980 | 29 |
| 1981 | 42 |
| 1982 | 46 |
| 1983 | 38 |
| 1984 | 43 |
| 1985 | 46 |
| 1986 | 36 |
| 1987 | 47 |
| 1988 | 26 |
| 1989 | 35 |
| 1990 | 37 |
| 1991 | 34 |
| 1992 | 40 |
| 1993 | 19 |
| 1994 | 22 |
| 1995 | 25 |
| 1996 | 22 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 8 |