Teena
Teena is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Anointed one, follower of Christ, or strong/healthy.
Origin and history
Teena is a modern phonetic spelling variation of Tina, which originated as a diminutive of names like Christina or Valentina. It experienced peak usage in the United States during the mid-20th century. Today, it is an uncommon name that retains a familiar, retro appeal.
Popularity in the United States
5,746 babies in the United States have been named Teena since 1880. It ranks #2254 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- CA (12.1 %)
- TX (11.7 %)
- IL (7.5 %)
- OH (7.2 %)
- NY (6.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 5 |
| 1930-1940 | 20 |
| 1940-1950 | 368 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,787 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,758 |
| 1970-1980 | 800 |
| 1980-1990 | 732 |
| 1990-2000 | 201 |
| 2000-2010 | 58 |
| 2010-2019 | 17 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Teena
- Teena Marie: singer, songwriter
Fun facts
- The spelling Teena saw its highest popularity in the U.S. during the 1950s and 1960s alongside other shortened -ina names.
- It serves as an alternative phonetic spelling of Tina, designed to ensure the long 'e' vowel sound.