Charlena Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Charlena has its roots in the Germanic name Karl, meaning 'free man'. It evolved through various forms, including Charles and Charlotte, before becoming popular as Charlena in the 20th century. The name embodies traits of independence and creativity, with no direct biblical connections.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Charlena"
Pronunciation
/ʃɑrˈliːnə/
Origin
English
Etymology
Charlena is a modern variant of the name Charlotte, which is a feminine form of Charles. The name Charles derives from the Germanic name Karl, meaning 'free man'.
Meaning
free woman
Language Evolution
Karl (Germanic), Charles (Old French), Charlotte (French), Charlena (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Charlena emerged in the 20th century as a unique feminine name, gaining popularity in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Charlotte, Charley, Lena
Modern Popularity & Image
Charlena is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Charlena D. Jones (American writer), Charlena M. McCauley (American artist)
📊 Charlena Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Charlena Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 46 peak births in 1978
Geographic Spread
Popular across 5 US states, with strongest presence in South Carolina
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Charlena"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Charlena"
"Charlena" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2963rd of 9107 | 167 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2419th of 9204 | 234 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2440th of 12526 | 404 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2551st of 19264 | 478 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3801st of 27321 | 407 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 13081st of 35406 | 101 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 22160th of 30306 | 18 |
Regional Popularity of "Charlena" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Charlena" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
88.93% 2104th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
75.18% 1769th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
79.14% 2258th/2853 |
94.59% 2625th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
82.43% 2421st/2937 |
- | - |
64.61% 2613th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
- | - |
78.90% 4984th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Charlena"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Charlena" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Charlena" in the United States
The name Charlena is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Charlena has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Charlena' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2963rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2419th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2440th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2551st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3801st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 13081st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 22160th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Charlena' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.