Girl
Dena
valley
About Dena
Dena exemplifies elegant simplicity with its clear, concise structure and pleasant sonority. This understated name carries surprising depth despite its brevity, creating a lasting impression through balanced proportions rather than excessive elaboration.
Individuals named Dena often develop strong communication skills and perceptive insight, perhaps influenced by the name's direct yet thoughtful quality.
The name translates effectively across diverse professional environments, requiring no explanation while maintaining consistent pronunciation across languages and cultures.
Dena's straightforward spelling eliminates the common frustrations associated with more complex names while still offering distinction in both written and spoken contexts.
The name's timeless quality transcends fleeting trends, positioning it comfortably across generations while maintaining contemporary relevance. This enduring characteristic makes Dena particularly suitable for families who value classic simplicity with modern sensibility.
Popularity of the Name Dena
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1880 | #474 |
| 1881 | #341 |
| 1882 | #515 |
| 1883 | #485 |
| 1884 | #410 |
| 1885 | #397 |
| 1886 | #378 |
| 1887 | #345 |
| 1888 | #396 |
| 1889 | #445 |
| 1890 | #470 |
| 1891 | #442 |
| 1892 | #398 |
| 1893 | #475 |
| 1894 | #350 |
| 1895 | #489 |
| 1896 | #405 |
| 1897 | #462 |
| 1898 | #443 |
| 1899 | #483 |
| 1900 | #463 |
| 1901 | #468 |
| 1902 | #537 |
| 1903 | #681 |
| 1904 | #530 |
| 1905 | #572 |
| 1906 | #693 |
| 1907 | #603 |
| 1908 | #522 |
| 1909 | #720 |
| 1910 | #783 |
| 1911 | #618 |
| 1912 | #651 |
| 1913 | #660 |
| 1914 | #673 |
| 1915 | #615 |
| 1916 | #700 |
| 1917 | #713 |
| 1918 | #643 |
| 1919 | #685 |
| 1920 | #743 |
| 1921 | #743 |
| 1922 | #798 |
| 1923 | #787 |
| 1924 | #805 |
| 1925 | #774 |
| 1926 | #748 |
| 1927 | #842 |
| 1928 | #927 |
| 1929 | #843 |
| 1930 | #802 |
| 1931 | #770 |
| 1932 | #797 |
| 1933 | #821 |
| 1934 | #985 |
| 1935 | #897 |
| 1936 | #840 |
| 1937 | #862 |
| 1938 | #857 |
| 1939 | #785 |
| 1940 | #835 |
| 1941 | #812 |
| 1942 | #817 |
| 1943 | #850 |
| 1944 | #711 |
| 1945 | #651 |
| 1946 | #728 |
| 1947 | #571 |
| 1948 | #630 |
| 1949 | #618 |
| 1950 | #588 |
| 1951 | #570 |
| 1952 | #569 |
| 1953 | #487 |
| 1954 | #420 |
| 1955 | #403 |
| 1956 | #403 |
| 1957 | #433 |
| 1958 | #408 |
| 1959 | #387 |
| 1960 | #355 |
| 1961 | #342 |
| 1962 | #309 |
| 1963 | #300 |
| 1964 | #306 |
| 1965 | #318 |
| 1966 | #303 |
| 1967 | #273 |
| 1968 | #266 |
| 1969 | #237 |
| 1970 | #208 |
| 1971 | #252 |
| 1972 | #271 |
| 1973 | #284 |
| 1974 | #286 |
| 1975 | #293 |
| 1976 | #332 |
| 1977 | #368 |
| 1978 | #398 |
| 1979 | #403 |
| 1980 | #416 |
| 1981 | #452 |
| 1982 | #466 |
| 1983 | #478 |
| 1984 | #493 |
| 1985 | #552 |
| 1986 | #672 |
| 1987 | #762 |
| 1988 | #752 |
| 1989 | #852 |
| 1990 | #955 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name Dena
Names Similar to Dena
Nicknames for Dena
- Dee
- Deedee
- Di
- Nana
