Calena
Calena is a girl baby name. Ranked #59,194 in the US, popular nicknames include Cal, Cay, and Calie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Calena first appeared in US Social Security records in 1979.
Over 161 babies have been named Calena in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Calena is past its peak , currently ranked #59,194 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #59,194
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Calena
Calena is a girl name .
Calena is currently ranked #59,194 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Calena include Cal, Cay, Calie, and Caleie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Calena include Caleigh . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis