Holding steady.
Popularity of Orlena since 1881
Babies named Orlena per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1921, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Orlena's real moment was 1891.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 30 |
| 1890s | 65 |
| 1900s | 59 |
| 1910s | 131 |
| 1920s | 123 |
| 1930s | 57 |
| 1940s | 32 |
| 1950s | 31 |
| 1960s | 19 |
| 1970s | 75 |
| 1980s | 26 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Orlena is a rare and distinctive name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1881, with its peak usage occurring in 1891. Despite its 19th-century origins, the name has never ranked in the top 1000, and its 1-in-N popularity ratio is unavailable due to its rarity. The name's trajectory has been stable over the decades, never experiencing a significant surge or decline. Orlena is most likely a creative variant or elaboration, possibly connected to Orlando or Orla, though its exact etymology remains uncertain. Its historical use was concentrated in a few states, but no top states were recorded in the data. For parents seeking an uncommon name with a vintage feel, Orlena offers a subtle option with a soft, melodic sound.
Orlena is a name of uncertain derivation. It may be a variant of Orlena, itself a feminine form of Orlando, which is the Italian version of Roland (meaning 'famous throughout the land'). Alternatively, it could be a feminine elaboration of the name Orla or a coinage combining elements like 'Ora' with the popular feminine suffix '-lena.' Records show sporadic use in the United States since the late 19th century, peaking in the 1890s but never achieving widespread popularity.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lena, Orly
Variants: Orlena
Sibling names for Orlena
Names that share Orlena's style, for a brother or sister.
