Serena

Girl's name

Serena is of Latin origin, derived from the word "serenus" meaning "clear, tranquil, serene."

Meaning Serene, calm
Origin Latin
U.S. births in 2023 938
Peak year 2000

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Serena Williams - Tennis player, multiple Grand Slam champion.
  • Serena Ryder - Canadian singer-songwriter, Juno Award winner.
  • Serena Deeb - Professional wrestler, former WWE performer.
  • Serena Altschul - Journalist, former MTV News correspondent.
  • Serena Autieri - Italian actress, singer, and television host.
  • Serena Guthrie - English netball player, World Cup champion.
  • Serena Bortone - Italian television presenter and journalist.
  • Serena Aunon-Chancellor - NASA astronaut, medical doctor.
  • Serena Dalrymple - Filipino actress, child star in the 90s.

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