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Analena

ah-nah-LEH-nah · Of uncertain origin; possibly a blend of Ana and Lena, or a variant of Annalena.

2025 rank (girls)
#13,208
Babies named in 2025
6
Peak popularity
2012
2025 frequency
1 in 267,878 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady, #13,208 for girls today.

Popularity of Analena since 2002

Babies named Analena per year in U.S. Social Security records.

5101520102020Most births 2012Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2000s55
2010s107
2020s30

Meaning & origin

Analena is a extremely rare modern name first recorded in the United States in 2002. Its highest popularity came in 2012, when it reached its peak rank, but it remains a distinctive choice. As of 2025, only about 1 in 267,878 newborn girls receive the name, based on the most recent Social Security data. The name has shown a stable trajectory in recent years, with no dramatic swings. While its exact origin and meaning are uncertain, it appears to be a blend of the classic names Ana and Lena, a pattern seen in other modern coinages. Given its rarity, Analena offers a unique option for parents seeking a name that feels familiar yet uncommon.

Analena is a relatively modern coinage, first recorded in the United States in 2002. It likely combines the elements Ana (itself a form of Hannah or Anna) and Lena (a diminutive of Helena or Magdalena). Similar blended names like Annalena appear in German-speaking countries, where Anna and Lena are common components. In the U.S., Analena has remained rare, with a peak in 2012.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Ana, Lena, Annie

Variants: Annalena, Analina

Sibling names for Analena

Names that share Analena's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Analena mean?
Analena is of uncertain origin, but it is often considered a blend of Ana and Lena, meaning grace or light by association with its components.
How popular is the name Analena?
Analena is very rare. In 2025, it ranked 13,208th in the U.S., with about 1 in 267,878 girls given the name.
Is Analena a girl's name?
Yes, Analena is almost exclusively given to girls.