Willena Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Willena has roots in Old Germanic, meaning 'determined protector'. It evolved from forms like Wilhelmina and Willemina. The name reflects traits of strength and a protective nature. There is no biblical relevance associated with it.
The name Willena is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation 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, Willena has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Willena' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1834th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2008th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3558th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6305th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14676th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Willena' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Willena"
Pronunciation
/wɪˈliːnə/
Origin
Old Germanic
Etymology
The name Willena is derived from the Old Germanic name 'Wilhelmina', which combines the elements 'wil' meaning 'will' or 'desire' and 'helm' meaning 'helmet' or 'protection'.
Meaning
determined protector
Language Evolution
Wilhelmina, Willemina, Willena
Historical Usage
Willena gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine variant of Wilhelmina.
Variants & Derivatives
Willa, Willie, Wilhelmina
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Willena is considered a unique and vintage name, often associated with strength and determination.
Famous People
Willena Wilson, a notable figure in women's rights advocacy., Willena Smith, known for her contributions to literature.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Willena"
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 "Willena"
"Willena" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1834th of 9107 | 368 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2008th of 9204 | 318 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3558th of 12526 | 217 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6305th of 19264 | 118 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 14676th of 27321 | 42 |
Regional Popularity of "Willena" 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 "Willena" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
95.13% 1347th/1416 |
- |
64.33% 1522nd/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
63.83% 1502nd/2353 |
- |
| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Willena"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Willena" 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.