Dalena
Dalena is a girl baby name. Ranked #7,316 in the US, popular nicknames include Dal, Day, and Dalie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Dalena first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 1,090 babies have been named Dalena in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dalena is past its peak , currently ranked #7,316 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #7,316
- Total SSA Count
- 16
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Dalena
Dalena is a girl name .
Dalena is currently ranked #7,316 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Dalena include Dal, Day, Dalie, and Daleie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Dalena include Daleyza, Dalett, Daleth . 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)
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