Everything about the name ALBENA

Meaning, origin, history

Albena is a feminine given name of Bulgarian origin. It comes from the Bulgarian word "alba", which means "white". The name has been in use in Bulgaria for centuries and was popularized by the famous Bulgarian writer Ivan Vazov, who used it as the title character's name in his play "Albena" (1894). Albena is often considered to be a symbol of purity, innocence, and grace. Despite its Bulgarian origins, the name has gained popularity worldwide and can now be found in various countries across Europe, North America, and beyond.

Popularity of the name ALBENA since 1880

Birth evolution

Popularity analysis

The statistics provided show the number of births with the name Albena in the United States from 1889 to 1932. The name's popularity varied greatly over this period, with some years seeing no more than five births and others reaching as high as 26.

In the earliest years recorded (1889-1907), Albena was quite uncommon, with fewer than six births per year. However, from 1908 onwards, its popularity began to rise significantly. The years between 1914 and 1922 saw a steady increase in the number of newborn girls named Albena, reaching a peak of 26 births in 1922.

Interestingly, this popularity did not seem to be sustained in the following years. Between 1923 and 1930, the number of births with the name Albena dropped significantly again, fluctuating between five and nine per year. In total, over these 44 years, there were 397 births registered as Albena in the United States.

While this data is specific to the United States, it provides insight into the trends surrounding the name Albena during that time period. It demonstrates how the popularity of names can rise and fall dramatically over time.