Holding steady.
Popularity of Starlena since 1970
Babies named Starlena per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 30 |
| 1980s | 74 |
| 1990s | 19 |
| 2000s | 23 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Starlena is a modern invented name that blends the English word "star" with the melodic suffix -lena, reminiscent of names like Helena or Selena. It first appeared in Social Security records in 1970, reflecting the mid-century trend of creating celestial or fanciful names. The name saw its highest usage in 1986, but has never ranked in the top 1000, indicating its rarity. Over recent decades, Starlena's usage has been stable, typically given to a small number of girls each year. While no top states are recorded due to its scarcity, the name likely appears sporadically across the country. Starlena remains a unique choice for parents seeking a distinctive, star-inspired name.
Starlena appears to be a modern invented name, combining the English word "star" with the familiar feminine suffix -lena, as in Helena or Magdalena. It emerged in the United States in the late 20th century, first recorded in 1970. The name has seen modest use but never entered the top 1000 rankings, remaining a rare and creative choice.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Star, Lena, Starla
Variants: Starlina
Sibling names for Starlena
Names that share Starlena's style, for a brother or sister.
