The nameJena
Jena is a short girl's name, mostly given in France in the 2010s.
- Girl's name
- A modern creation
Meaning
Its origin is debated. It is close to Jenna and Djena.
Origin
A modern creation, used internationally.
History
First given in France in the mid 1980s, Jena peaked around 2010 and is still given today, mostly in the Île-de-France region.
Popularity of the name Jena
Jena in France
Jena was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 505 births over the decade, 53% of all recorded babies named Jena. Its rise began around 1986, and it peaked in 2010. Half of all babies named Jena in France were born before 2014, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 37 births a year on average, against 44 in the five years before.
Jena in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jena mean?
Its origin is debated. It is close to Jenna and Djena.
What is the origin of the name Jena?
A modern creation, used internationally.
Is Jena a girl's or a boy's name?
Jena is a girl's name.