Teena

Updated: September 17, 2021 by MomsWhoThink Staff

Teena is a striking modern baby name. Known for its bold use of long vowels, this name made waves in popular culture during the 20th century. Teena is a character in the Marvel Comics universe, and Teena Mulder was a well-liked character in The X-Files. Keep reading to learn more about this baby name.

Meaning of the name Teena:

Old English: River
Latin: Christian, strong, vigorous, healthy

Origin of the name Teena:

Teena is a modern variation of the name Tina. This name derives from the Old English word tyne (meaning “river”). During the height of its use, the Old English word had various spellings that included tyna and tina. Alternatively, Tina is also a diminutive of names like Christina, Martina, and Valentina. Christina derives from the Latin name Christianus (meaning “follower of Christ”). Martina originates from the Latin name Martinus (meaning “devoted to Mars”). And Valentina comes from the Old Latin name Valentinus (meaning “strong,” “vigorous,” or “healthy”).

Symbolism of the name Teena:

Teena is an alternative spelling of the name Tina. In English, Tina derives from tyna (meaning “river”). The River Tyne is a historical landmark and one of the most important symbols of cultural identity in North East England (one of the nine official regions of the country). During Roman Britain, locals venerated the river god Tyne for blessing individuals who lived near water. The symbol of the river god Tyne was a basket of coals that represented the importance of mining in the region. One of the best examples of a coal-mining community in the area is Newcastle upon Tyne.