Glenna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Glenna originates from Scottish Gaelic, meaning 'valley.' It evolved from the Old Irish 'gleann' through Middle English to its modern form. The name is characterized by its gentle and nature-associated traits. There is no biblical relevance associated with it. Glenna emerged as a popular name in the 20th century and is recognized through notable figures such as artists and authors.
The name Glenna is most popular in West Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Glenna has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, 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 Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Glenna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6773rd out of 6773 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 392nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 291st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 439th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1097th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2594th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7537th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10696th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Glenna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Glenna"
Pronunciation
/ˈɡlɛnə/
Origin
Scottish Gaelic
Etymology
Glenna is derived from the Scottish Gaelic word 'gleann,' which means 'valley.' The addition of the diminutive suffix '-a' suggests a smaller or endearing form.
Meaning
valley
Language Evolution
Gleann (Old Irish), Glen (Middle English), Glenna (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Glenna gained popularity in the 20th century as a feminine given name, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Glenda, Glen, Glenys
Modern Popularity & Image
Glenna is perceived as a unique and gentle name, often associated with nature due to its meaning.
Famous People
Glenna Goodacre, an American sculptor known for her bronze sculptures., Glenna McElroy, an American author and poet.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Glenna"
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 "Glenna"
"Glenna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 392nd of 9107 | 5,151 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 291st of 9204 | 8,852 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 439th of 12526 | 8,274 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1097th of 19264 | 1,762 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2594th of 27321 | 696 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7537th of 35406 | 238 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10696th of 30306 | 106 |
Regional Popularity of "Glenna" 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 "Glenna" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
21.12% 299th/1416 |
34.52% 476th/1379 |
16.82% 398th/2366 |
29.60% 338th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
15.98% 247th/1546 |
29.18% 454th/1556 |
12.20% 287th/2353 |
16.10% 249th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
17.83% 397th/2227 |
31.60% 768th/2430 |
14.20% 405th/2853 |
15.32% 425th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
31.80% 934th/2937 |
58.89% 2051st/3483 |
26.69% 939th/3518 |
38.01% 1537th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
83.23% 3067th/3685 |
85.79% 3839th/4475 |
59.76% 3104th/5194 |
63.95% 4040th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Glenna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Glenna" 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.