TENA
Tena
The surname Tena is of British origin and is derived from the Old English word "ten," meaning "ten." Surnames were often adopted based on occupation, location, or personal characteristics in medieval England, and the surname Tena likely originated as a nickname for someone associated with the number ten. It is possible that the name may have been given to a person who was the tenth child in a family or had some other association with the number ten.
The Tena surname is not as common as some other British surnames, but it has historical roots in the country. Over time, variations in spelling and pronunciation have emerged, such as "Tenna" or "Tenner," reflecting the fluid nature of language and naming conventions.
Individuals bearing the surname Tena can be found across various regions of the United Kingdom and may have diverse ancestral backgrounds. Like many surnames, the name Tena carries with it a sense of heritage and familial connection, linking those who bear it to their ancestors and the history of the British Isles.
There are approximately 30 people named Tena in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Tena.
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