Shena Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHEE-nah / ˈʃiː.nəEnglish; Irish
Meaning
English: 'God is gracious'; Irish: 'little' or 'small'
Historical & Cultural Background
Shena is a name that has roots in both English and Irish cultures. In English contexts, it is often associated with the meaning of grace. The Irish connection adds a layer of diminutive charm, suggesting smallness or endearment. The name has seen various levels of popularity over the years, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
The name Shena has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, with periods of modest use.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shenae
- Shenah
International Variants
- Shena (English)
- Shena (Irish)
Famous people named Shena
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shena was first seen in the United States in 1952. Shena has ranked as high as #924 nationally, which occurred in 1984, and has been most popular in California, Florida, New York, Texas, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Shena has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shena (1995)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1952 | 10 |
| 1956 | 14 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1958 | 18 |
| 1959 | 14 |
| 1960 | 25 |
| 1961 | 17 |
| 1962 | 15 |
| 1963 | 29 |
| 1964 | 23 |
| 1965 | 26 |
| 1966 | 24 |
| 1967 | 28 |
| 1968 | 29 |
| 1969 | 31 |
| 1970 | 89 |
| 1971 | 55 |
| 1972 | 54 |
| 1973 | 67 |
| 1974 | 42 |
| 1975 | 51 |
| 1976 | 54 |
| 1977 | 81 |
| 1978 | 68 |
| 1979 | 81 |
| 1980 | 65 |
| 1981 | 89 |
| 1982 | 165 |
| 1983 | 140 |
| 1984 | 198 |
| 1985 | 157 |
| 1986 | 107 |
| 1987 | 91 |
| 1988 | 65 |
| 1989 | 62 |
| 1990 | 58 |
| 1991 | 47 |
| 1992 | 32 |
| 1993 | 25 |
| 1994 | 15 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2018 | 6 |