Holding steady.
Popularity of Sylena since 1962
Babies named Sylena per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 17 |
| 1970s | 88 |
| 1980s | 67 |
| 1990s | 83 |
| 2000s | 63 |
| 2010s | 22 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Sylena is a rare and modern name invented in the United States, first recorded in 1962. It reached its peak popularity in 1978, but has never entered the top 1000 names, making it an uncommon choice. The name follows a stable trajectory, meaning its usage has remained consistently low over time. Sylena likely draws inspiration from more familiar names like Selena, but with a distinct spelling and sound. Its lack of a clear etymology or long history gives it a modern, creative feel.
Sylena likely emerged as a modern American invention, blending the sounds of Selena or Celina with the syl- prefix. It was first recorded in the United States in 1962 and saw its peak year of use in 1978. As a modern coinage, it has no historical roots in any ancient language.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Syl, Lena, Sly
Sibling names for Sylena
Names that share Sylena's style, for a brother or sister.
