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Lena vs Alenna

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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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Alenna

Girl #5,959 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, shining light"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish American Eastern European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,959
Total SSA Count
21
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Lena Rank #263
Alenna Rank #5,959

Lena is more popular, ranked #263 vs #5959 for Alenna.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lena or Alenna more popular?

Lena is more popular, ranked #263 compared to Alenna at #5959 in the United States.

What do Lena and Alenna mean?

Lena means "bright, shining light" (Greek via Helena origin). Alenna means "bright, shining light" (Greek origin).

Are Lena and Alenna boy or girl names?

Lena is primarily a girl name. Alenna is primarily a girl name.

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