How Many People Are Named Albena?

Complete statistics for the name Albena: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Albena
Very Rare
Bulgarian, with Latin roots

Albena is a very rare name, with only 3 people living in the U.S. today. That makes it 1 in 100,123,789 Americans. The oldest group by far are those over 60, with none under 30.

~3
Living in US
1 in 100,123,789
Americans
1917
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
White or bright
🌐
Origin
Bulgarian, with Latin roots
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 8
Personality Traits
Passionate Independent Charming Strong-willed
8
Life Path Number

The life path number 8 is traditionally associated with ambition, authority, and material success. People connected to this number tend to be driven, practical, and naturally inclined toward leadership and achieving their goals.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

16,389
Worldwide Bearers
#43,674
Global Rank
🇧🇬 Bulgaria
14,383
🇺🇸 United States
445
🇬🇷 Greece
356
🇵🇭 Philippines
145
🇮🇳 India
128
🇪🇸 Spain
127
🇬🇧 England
88
🇨🇦 Canada
72
🇧🇷 Brazil
60
🇳🇱 Netherlands
58

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
3 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 110
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
397
Would be over 60 (100%)

All 397 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1917

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
77
Classic Feel
79
Modern Appeal
21
International
97

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Albena Through the Generations

The name Albena has a rich history, with its peak in 1917 when 29 babies were given this name. Today, only 3 people in the U.S. carry it, making it extremely rare. This stark contrast between past popularity and current obscurity is fascinating. The fact that nearly 100% of those named Albena are over 60 speaks to its status as a classic, old-school name. The stable trend over time also adds to its intrigue, showing that while the name may be fading from new generations, those who bear it remain a tight-knit community.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Illinois 5
Michigan 5

✨ Similar Names to Albena

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Albena's Bulgarian, with Latin roots roots

📄 About the Name Albena

How Many People Have the Name Albena?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 3 people in the United States currently share the name Albena. That works out to roughly 1 in every 100,123,789 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Albena a Common or Rare Name?

Albena is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Albena Mean?

Albena means "White or bright" and comes from Bulgarian, with Latin roots origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Albena in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Albena Most Popular?

The name Albena reached peak popularity in 1917, with 29 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Albena?

Approximately 3 people named Albena live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 397. That works out to roughly 1 in 100,123,789 Americans.

Is Albena a rare name?

Albena is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 100,123,789 Americans has this name.

What does the name Albena mean?

Albena means "White or bright" and comes from Bulgarian, with Latin roots origins.

Is Albena more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Albena are male and 100% are female.

When was Albena most popular?

Albena peaked in 1917 with 29 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US3
All-Time Births397
1 in X1 in 100,123,789
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age110
Peak Year1917
World Rank#43,674
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.