Holding steady.
Popularity of Jaleena since 1990
Babies named Jaleena per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 28 |
| 2000s | 107 |
| 2010s | 99 |
| 2020s | 26 |
Meaning & origin
Jaleena is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1990, reflecting the late 20th-century trend of creating feminine names with the '-eena' suffix. Its usage peaked in 2009, though it has never reached the top 1000 rankings, remaining a rare choice. The name's trajectory has been stable, without sharp rises or declines. While its exact origins are debated, Jaleena fits alongside other contemporary coinages that blend familiar sounds.
Jaleena first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1990 and is likely a modern coinage, perhaps combining the popular 'J' initial with the fashionable '-eena' suffix. It may also be a respelling of Galena (from Greek galene 'calm') or a variant of Jelena, the Slavic form of Helen. The name lacks a clear historical derivation, reflecting its recent emergence.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jal, Lena, Jelly
Sibling names for Jaleena
Names that share Jaleena's style, for a brother or sister.
