Leena Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Leena is an Arabic name meaning tenderness or delicate. It has evolved from the Arabic 'Līnā' and has seen usage in various cultures over time. The name is often associated with traits of gentleness and grace, and it does not have a biblical significance. In recent years, it has gained popularity in both Arabic-speaking countries and among diverse cultures worldwide.
The name Leena is most popular in Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast 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, Leena has been falling 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, 'Leena' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11010th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3758th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2669th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1572nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1164th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Leena' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Leena"
Pronunciation
/ˈliːnə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Leena derives from the Arabic word 'līnā', which means 'tenderness' or 'delicate'.
Meaning
tenderness, delicate
Language Evolution
Līnā (Arabic), Leena (modern usage in various cultures)
Historical Usage
Leena has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking regions and among those who appreciate its soft connotations. It has also become more recognized in Western countries in recent decades.
Variants & Derivatives
Lina, Lena
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Leena is viewed as a gentle and feminine name, often associated with kindness and grace.
Famous People
Leena Gade, a notable engineer, Leena Chandavarkar, an Indian actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Leena"
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 "Leena"
"Leena" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11010th of 12526 | 10 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3758th of 19264 | 269 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2669th of 27321 | 669 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1572nd of 35406 | 2,082 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1164th of 30306 | 2,543 |
Regional Popularity of "Leena" 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 "Leena" by Generation for Female 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) |
- |
76.20% 2654th/3483 |
- |
61.62% 2492nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
60.49% 2229th/3685 |
56.76% 2540th/4475 |
72.33% 3757th/5194 |
36.47% 2304th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
31.49% 1443rd/4582 |
23.63% 1220th/5164 |
22.96% 1679th/7313 |
20.85% 1556th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
25.65% 1022nd/3984 |
19.95% 895th/4487 |
19.51% 1331st/6822 |
19.23% 1207th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Leena"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Leena" 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.