Origin
Greek (Hellenic)
Syllables
2
Zodiac
Libra
Trend
Newly trending
At a glance
Gena is a name often given to girls. Ranked #11402 and is newly appearing on the charts. It comes from a Greek (Hellenic) origin and traditionally means "Noble and gracious woman". It has 2 syllables.
The Story of Gena
Derived from Greek phonetic structures implying nobility, Gena suggests grace and kindness. Though uncommon today, it carries a vintage charm popular among parents favoring short, melodic names. It suits gentle yet poised personalities.
Popularity
Currently ranked #11402 on the Baby Billboard Charts. Peak rank: #11402.
Numerology Profile
Emphasizes harmony and care.
Desires partnership and peace.
Adapts with versatility.
Creates with joy and communication.
Zodiac & Astrology
Libra
Reflects grace and balance.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Gentle and balancing presence.
Color Aura
Soft Rose
Element
Air
Season
Spring
Gemstone
Rose Quartz
Spirit Animal
Dove
Power Word
Harmony
Energy Type
Air × Spring
Personality & Traits
Gracious
Treats others with kindness.
Elegant
Moves with natural poise.
Balanced
Seeks fairness in all things.
Famous People Named Gena
Gena Rowlands
Acclaimed American actress
Gena in Pop Culture
Gena Harper
Romantic comedy film
Historical Events
1950
Peak usage in U.S. naming records.
International Variations
Gena in Different Scripts
جينا
Arabic
吉娜
Chinese (Mandarin)
ジェナ
Japanese (Katakana)
גינה
Hebrew
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Gena:
Gena Rose
Gena Claire
Gena Grace
Gena Maeve
Gena Jane
Gena Elle
Gena Faith
Fun Facts & Trivia
Shares roots with classic Greek names.
Popular in mid-20th century America.
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Quick Facts
This page is reviewed by the Baby Billboard Charts editorial team. Rankings come from official U.S. Social Security Administration birth records, with descriptions checked for clarity and usefulness. See our Editorial Policy for our methodology and correction process.