Yalena
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Yalena first appeared in US Social Security records in 2001.
Over 211 babies have been named Yalena in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Yalena is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #10,869 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #10,869
- Total SSA Count
- 10
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About the Name Yalena
Yalena is a girl name .
Yalena is currently ranked #10,869 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Yalena include Yal, Yale, Yaley, Yaleie, Yay, Yaie, and Yalkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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