Lena
Meaning of Lena
Lena is a charming and timeless name for girls. Pronounced as LEE-nuh in English and LAY-nah in German, this name has a universal appeal that transcends cultural and linguistic boundaries. A variation of the name is Lina, offering an alternative yet similar choice for those considering this name. Lena has been a popular choice over the years in the United States, consistently ranking within the top 500 names since 1880. It reached its peak popularity in the late 1920s and has maintained steady usage to date. Despite fluctuations over the years, it remains a beloved choice among parents who appreciate its simplicity and elegance.
Pronunciation
German
- Pronunced as LAY-nah (/ˈleɪna/)
English
- Pronunced as LEE-nuh (/ˈliːnə/)
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Notable People Named Lena
| Lena Dunham is a multi-talented American writer, director, actress, and producer known for her work on the HBO series Girls and independent films like Tiny Furniture and Sharp Stick. |
| Lena Meyer-Landrut, also known as Lena, is a German singer who gained fame by winning the Eurovision Song Contest in 2010 with the song "Satellite". |
| Lena Kathren Headey is an English actress known for her roles as Cersei Lannister in Game of Thrones and Queen Gorgo in 300. |
| Lena Horne was a renowned American singer, actress, and civil rights activist with a career spanning over seventy years in film, television, and theater. |
| Lena Christ was a German writer. |
| Lena Machado, also known as "Hawaii's Songbird," was a Native Hawaiian singer, composer, and ukulele player who was honored by the Hawaiian Music Hall of Fame in 1995 for her unique vocal technique and songwriting style. |
| Lena Waithe is a multi-talented American actress, producer, and screenwriter known for creating popular TV series and producing notable films. |
| Lena Ovchynnikova - Oléna "Lena" Serhíyivna Ovchýnnikova is a Ukrainian kickboxer and mixed martial artist known for competing in the featherweight division in kickboxing and the flyweight division in MMA. |
| Lena Margaret Ashwell, Lady Simson was a pioneering British actress and theatre manager who organized large-scale entertainment for troops during World War I and later founded the Lena Ashwell Players. |
| Lena Marquise is a Russian interdisciplinary artist based in New York, known for pushing the boundaries of ethics and morals within human sexuality through performance and video art. |
| Lena Olin is a Swedish actress known for her acclaimed performances and multiple award nominations, including an Academy Award and a Golden Globe Award. |
| Lena Sadler was a pioneering American physician, surgeon, and obstetrician known for her leadership in women's health issues. |
| Lena Alekseevna Hades is a renowned Russian artist, writer, and art theorist. |
| Lena Frank Dick was a renowned Washoe basket maker celebrated for her intricate weaves and artistic designs, focusing on aesthetic rather than utilitarian purposes. |
| Lena Marianne Andersson is a Swedish singer known for her hits in the early 1970s, including a song written by Benny & Björn of ABBA. |
