Mina vs Lena

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mina

Girl #607 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"will, desire (from Wilhelmina)"

Origin: Germanic

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Girl #263 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright, shining light"

Origin: Greek via Helena

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Mina Rank #607

Lena Rank #263

Lena is more popular, ranked #263 vs #607 for Mina.

Is Mina or Lena more popular?

Lena is more popular, ranked #263 compared to Mina at #607 in the United States.

What do Mina and Lena mean?

Mina means "will, desire (from Wilhelmina)" (Germanic origin). Lena means "bright, shining light" (Greek via Helena origin).

Are Mina and Lena boy or girl names?

Mina is primarily a girl name. Lena is primarily a girl name.