Holding steady.
Popularity of Teena since 1928
Babies named Teena per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 20 |
| 1940s | 368 |
| 1950s | 1,787 |
| 1960s | 1,758 |
| 1970s | 800 |
| 1980s | 732 |
| 1990s | 201 |
| 2000s | 58 |
| 2010s | 17 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Teena is a compact, upbeat name that saw its greatest use in the mid-20th century. First recorded in 1928, it reached its peak in 1956, a time when clipped, friendly names like Tina and Gina were in vogue. The name has since settled into a stable, low-profile presence, never again matching its 1950s heights. As a diminutive of Christina or similar names, Teena shares the pleasant, bright sound of its longer counterparts. While it does not appear in current popularity rankings, it retains a nostalgic charm for those seeking a mid-century modern feel.
Teena emerged as a diminutive or variant of names like Christina, Martina, or Albertina, common in English-speaking countries in the mid-20th century. It gained popularity as an independent name in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s.
Where Teena is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Teena
Names that share Teena's style, for a brother or sister.
