Raena Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Raena has modern English origins and is derived from the Slavic name Raina, meaning 'queen' or 'pure.' It evolved from historical forms like Raina and Rena. Raena is associated with strength and femininity, and while it has no biblical relevance, it gained popularity in the late 20th century. Variants include Raina and Rayna, contributing to its appeal in contemporary naming trends.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Raena"
Pronunciation
/ˈreɪ.nə/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Raena is likely a modern variant of the name Raina, which has Slavic origins meaning 'queen' or 'pure.'
Meaning
queen, pure
Language Evolution
Raina, Rena
Historical Usage
Raena gained popularity in the late 20th century as a unique and modern name choice.
Variants & Derivatives
Raina, Rena, Rayna
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Raena is perceived as modern and unique, often associated with strength and femininity.
Famous People
Raena K. Smith, a contemporary artist, Raena S. Adams, a notable writer
📊 Raena Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Raena Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 55 peak births in 2005
Geographic Spread
Popular across 8 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Raena"
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 "Raena"
"Raena" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 9994th of 12526 | 15 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4126th of 19264 | 232 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4236th of 27321 | 351 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4030th of 35406 | 553 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3885th of 30306 | 467 |
Regional Popularity of "Raena" 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 "Raena" 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) |
- |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
- |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
58.30% 3683rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
87.19% 6376th/7313 |
57.67% 4304th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
74.77% 2979th/3984 |
- |
87.73% 5985th/6822 |
72.23% 4533rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Raena"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Raena" 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 "Raena" in the United States
The name Raena is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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, Raena 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, 'Raena' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9994th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4126th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4236th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4030th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3885th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Raena' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.