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Imelda vs Lena

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Imelda

Girl #3,675 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"powerful in battle, mighty warrior"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

Spanish Italian Filipino Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,675
Total SSA Count
42
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Lena

Girl #263 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, shining light"

Origin: Greek via Helena

Cultural Roots

Greek German Russian Scandinavian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#263
Total SSA Count
1,211
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Imelda Rank #3,675
Lena Rank #263

Lena is more popular, ranked #263 vs #3675 for Imelda.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Imelda or Lena more popular?

Lena is more popular, ranked #263 compared to Imelda at #3675 in the United States.

What do Imelda and Lena mean?

Imelda means "powerful in battle, mighty warrior" (Germanic origin). Lena means "bright, shining light" (Greek via Helena origin).

Are Imelda and Lena boy or girl names?

Imelda is primarily a girl name. Lena is primarily a girl name.

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