How Many People Are Named Sheena?
Complete statistics for the name Sheena: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Sheena, a very rare female name, is held by just 1 in 15,296 Americans today, making it quite unique. With an estimated 21,575 people named Sheena living in the US, this name peaked in popularity back in 1984.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with the name Sheena often resonate with the life-path number 7, symbolizing introspection, spiritual growth, and a quest for knowledge.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 42All 22,432 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: 1984Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Sheena Through the Generations
Sheena has seen its most vibrant years in the 1980s, particularly in 1984 when 3,609 babies were given this name. Today, the majority of those named Sheena are adults, with 89% falling within the 30-60 age range, indicating a steady presence through adulthood. The name's current trend shows a decline, but it remains a bridge between classic and modern preferences, offering a timeless appeal.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Sheena's Scottish roots
📄 About the Name Sheena
How Many People Have the Name Sheena?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 360 people in the United States currently share the name Sheena. That works out to roughly 1 in every 920,692 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Sheena a Common or Rare Name?
Sheena 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.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Sheena in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Sheena Most Popular?
The name Sheena reached peak popularity in 1984, with 3,609 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
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 Sheena?
Approximately 360 people named Sheena live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 360. That works out to roughly 1 in 920,692 Americans.
Is Sheena a rare name?
Sheena is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 920,692 Americans has this name.
What does the name Sheena mean?
The meaning and origin of Sheena are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Sheena more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Sheena are male and 100% are female.
When was Sheena most popular?
Sheena peaked in 1984 with 3,609 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
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.