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Geena

Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Geena: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2002.

Geena is a modern spelling variation of Gina, which itself can be a short form of Georgina (from Greek georgos, meaning 'farmer') or of Regina (Latin for 'queen'). The most famous bearer is the Oscar-winning American actress Geena Davis, known for her roles in *Thelma & Louise* and *A League of Their Own*, who also founded the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media. The name also appears in the world of nature, as the geena is a female rabbit in some slang uses. While not tied directly to any Scottish places, the name's cheerful sound has made it a bright, international favourite, often chosen as an updated take on the more traditional Gina.

Girl 1 of 52 years

Peak year
20023 babies
Latest (2002)
#6403 babies
Total births
3since 2002
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2002 · 3
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).