Velena
Girl nameVelena has been given to 62 babies in the U.S. since 1923. It peaked in 1961.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
62
Peak year
1961 (10 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1923
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Velena — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Velena.
Sibling name ideas for Velena
Same era and popularity as Velena, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Velena?
Velena has been given to 62 babies in the U.S. since 1923. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Velena peak?
Velena peaked in 1961, when 10 babies were given the name.
Is Velena a girl or boy name?
Velena is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Velena are girls).
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