A 1900s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Venna since 1900
Babies named Venna per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1921, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Venna's real moment was 1903.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 33 |
| 1910s | 82 |
| 1920s | 130 |
| 1930s | 64 |
| 1940s | 26 |
| 1950s | 29 |
| 1960s | 17 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 29 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 39 |
| 2010s | 63 |
| 2020s | 19 |
Meaning & origin
Venna is a rare English name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1900 and reached its peak popularity in 1903, ranking 10,107 in 2025. It is given to roughly 1 in every 178,585 newborns, making it an uncommon choice. The name has been on an upward trajectory since 2022, suggesting a modest revival. Its uncertain etymology means it offers a blank slate for parents seeking a name that feels both historic and distinctive.
Venna is a name of uncertain derivation. It may be a variant of the name Vena, which itself has unclear roots, or a diminutive of names like Lavena. The name appeared in the United States in the early 1900s, with its peak usage in 1903, but has since become quite rare. It is occasionally used as a modern coinage with no established meaning.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ven, Vennie
Sibling names for Venna
Names that share Venna's style, for a brother or sister.
