Shena Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shena is a Scottish name with roots in the Gaelic form 'Sìne', a diminutive of 'Janet', meaning 'God is gracious'. It has evolved through various forms, including John and Janet, before becoming popular in its current form. The name is associated with traits of grace and elegance, but has no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shena"
Pronunciation
/ˈʃiːnə/
Origin
Scottish
Etymology
Shena is a feminine given name derived from the Scottish Gaelic name 'Sìne', which is a form of 'Janet', itself a diminutive of 'John'.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
John, Janet, Sìne, Shena
Historical Usage
Shena gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in Scotland and among those with Scottish heritage.
Variants & Derivatives
Sina, Sheena, Sìne
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Shena is viewed as a unique and culturally rich name, often associated with grace and elegance.
Famous People
Shenae Grimes-Beech, a Canadian actress, Shena, an American singer and songwriter
📊 Shena Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Shena Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 198 peak births in 1984
Geographic Spread
Popular across 25 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shena"
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 "Shena"
"Shena" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4067th of 12526 | 173 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1766th of 19264 | 845 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1689th of 27321 | 1,281 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 18096th of 35406 | 51 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 28476th of 30306 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Shena" 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 "Shena" 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) |
63.84% 1875th/2937 |
75.48% 2629th/3483 |
51.14% 1799th/3518 |
71.44% 2889th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
44.45% 1638th/3685 |
44.38% 1986th/4475 |
25.61% 1330th/5194 |
42.54% 2687th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shena"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shena" 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 "Shena" in the United States
The name Shena is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South 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, Shena 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, 'Shena' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4067th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1766th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1689th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 18096th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 28476th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Shena' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.