Trena Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Trena is a name with Latin origins, meaning 'threefold' or 'triple'. It evolved from the name Teresa through forms like Trina. The name is associated with positive traits like uniqueness and modernity. It has no biblical relevance, but has gained popularity as a contemporary choice in the last few decades.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Trena"
Pronunciation
/ˈtrɛnə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Trena is derived from the Latin word 'trina', which means 'threefold' or 'triple'. It may also have ties to the name 'Teresa', suggesting a connection to the concepts of harvest or summer.
Meaning
threefold, triple, summer
Language Evolution
Teresa, Trina, Trena
Historical Usage
The name Trena gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a variation of Teresa and other similar names.
Variants & Derivatives
Teresa, Trina, Tina
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Trena is viewed as a unique and modern name. It is appreciated for its melodic sound and connection to classic names.
Famous People
Trena McGuire, an American artist, Trena Smith, a notable educator
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Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 255 peak births in 1971
Geographic Spread
Popular across 31 US states, with strongest presence in West Virginia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Trena"
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 "Trena"
"Trena" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4238th of 9107 | 82 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2362nd of 9204 | 243 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1083rd of 12526 | 1,715 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 850th of 19264 | 2,527 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3284th of 27321 | 497 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 13441st of 35406 | 96 |
Regional Popularity of "Trena" 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 "Trena" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
100.00% 1416th/1416 |
- | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
80.20% 1887th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
39.69% 884th/2227 |
93.83% 2280th/2430 |
31.90% 910th/2853 |
41.62% 1155th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
27.51% 808th/2937 |
50.82% 1770th/3483 |
20.67% 727th/3518 |
25.07% 1014th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
83.23% 3067th/3685 |
- |
73.87% 3837th/5194 |
68.20% 4308th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Trena"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Trena" 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 "Trena" in the United States
The name Trena is most popular in West Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) 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, Trena 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, 'Trena' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4238th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2362nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1083rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 850th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3284th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 13441st out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Trena' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.