Bena
Girl nameBena has been given to 642 babies in the U.S. since 1880. It peaked in 1918.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
642
Peak year
1918 (16 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1880
10-year trend
▲ +17%
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Bena — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Bena.
FAQ
How popular is the name Bena?
Bena has been given to 642 babies in the U.S. since 1880. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Bena peak?
Bena peaked in 1918, when 16 babies were given the name.
Is Bena a girl or boy name?
Bena is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Bena are girls).
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