Jena
Girl name · 63 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Jena: 63 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 7 births in 2001.
Jena is a name with multiple strands, most commonly appearing as a modern variant of Jane or Jean, ultimately from the Hebrew Yochanan meaning "God is gracious." It also stands independently as a place name, borrowed from the German city of Jena, which gained prominence in the 19th century as a centre of learning and the scene of a pivotal Napoleonic battle. Notable bearers include American actress Jena Malone, known for *The Hunger Games* and *Donnie Darko*, and French singer-songwriter Jena Lee. While less common in Scotland than the similar Jenna, Jena has maintained a quiet presence since the 1970s, occasionally appearing as a fresh twist on classic Scottish favourites like Jean or Sheena.
Girl 15 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20017 babies
- Latest (2009)
- #7833 babies
- Total births
- 63since 1985
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 23%vs prior 5y