Declining since 2015, #6,546 for girls today.
Popularity of Alenna since 1968
Babies named Alenna per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 16 |
| 1990s | 48 |
| 2000s | 143 |
| 2010s | 204 |
| 2020s | 124 |
Meaning & origin
Alenna is a modern American name that first appeared on the U.S. Social Security list in 1968. It reached its peak popularity in 2015, when it ranked approximately 6,546th. Since then its use has been declining. The name is most likely a blend of Alana and the fashionable '-enna' suffix, echoing names like Sienna and Jenna. While not associated with any particular top states, Alenna remains a rare choice, carrying a melodic, contemporary feel. Parents drawn to soft, feminine sounds may appreciate its similarity to more established names without the common frequency.
Alenna is a modern coinage, likely formed from the popular root names Alana (of uncertain origin, possibly from Old German meaning 'precious') and Elena (a form of Helen, from Greek 'helene' meaning 'torch' or 'light'). The suffix '-enna' follows a fashionable pattern seen in names like Jenna and Brenna. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1968 and gained modest use.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lennie, Allie, Lena
Sibling names for Alenna
Names that share Alenna's style, for a brother or sister.
