Trena
Trena is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Pure or clear (if derived from Catherine).
Origin and history
Trena is traditionally viewed as a short form or variant of names like Catrena, Katrina, or Teresa. It gained modest popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century but is rarely given today. The name carries a retro, mid-century charm with roots tied to classic European names.
Popularity in the United States
5,160 babies in the United States have been named Trena since 1880. It ranks #2412 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- TX (13.8 %)
- CA (13.7 %)
- OH (7.7 %)
- IL (7.3 %)
- IN (6.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 43 |
| 1920-1930 | 39 |
| 1930-1940 | 35 |
| 1940-1950 | 359 |
| 1950-1960 | 778 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,764 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,466 |
| 1980-1990 | 468 |
| 1990-2000 | 151 |
| 2000-2010 | 57 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
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Fun facts
- Trena experienced its peak U.S. usage between the 1950s and 1970s before declining sharply.
- It likely developed as an American contracted variant of names like Catrena or Katrina.