Nena
Nena: name meaning, origin and popularity
Girl name
How popular is Nena?
0U.S. babies in 2025
#662peak rank (1882)
4,896babies since 1880
Since 1880, 4,896 girls in the U.S. have been named Nena. Its highest rank for girls was #662 in 1882. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
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Nena FAQ
How popular is the name Nena?
Since 1880, 4,896 girls in the U.S. have been named Nena. Its highest rank for girls was #662 in 1882. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Nena a boy or girl name?
Nena is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 4,896 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year).