NAME PROFILE
Gena
Gena is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'garden' or 'to be born.' It evokes imagery of beauty, growth, and nurturing, often associated with individuals who bring joy and positivity to those around them.
Key Stats
| Total births | 12,824 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1968 |
| Peak generation | Gen X |
| First recorded | 1916 |
| Most recent | 2008 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | Russian, Hebrew, English |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 25%TX — 23%NY — 19%IL — 17%PA — 15%
Notable People
Gena Rowlands (Actress, *A Woman Under the Influence*) · Gena Lee Nolin (Model and Actress, *Baywatch*) · Gena S. M. (YouTube Personality and Content Creator) · Gena L. (Author and Blogger) · Gena R. (Health and Wellness Advocate)
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