Ceanna

“God is gracious”

Ireland origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#7320US 2023

15Births / yr

↑Rising

696All-time births

📅 Since 197800

How to pronounce Ceanna

see·EE·AH·nuh

/ˌsiː.ˈiː.ˈɑ.nə/ · stress on EE · 4 syllables

“God is gracious”

Ireland origin · Girl name

What does Ceanna mean and where does it come from?

Ceanna is a name of Irish origin that signifies gratitude towards God. Its modern usage has spread, particularly in countries with significant Irish diaspora, such as the United States. The name has also seen varying spellings and styles that reflect contemporary preferences.

Cultural significance

Ceanna has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Ireland-speaking communities, where it reflects values of god is gracious.

Peak popularity

Reached #3465 in 2001 — currently #7320 in the US.

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How else can you spell Ceanna?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Ceana

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Ceanna?

Ceanna works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Ceanna Grace

How popular is Ceanna right now?

Rising fast — up 3233 spots — currently #7320 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#7320 · Top 5.4%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7320	15	▲ up 3233 · +67% births
2022	#10553	9	▼ down 1979 · -25% births
2021	#8574	12	▲ up 1125 · +20% births
2020	#9699	10	▼ down 3979 · -57% births
2015	#5720	23	▼ down 392 · -12% births
2010	#5328	26	▼ down 792 · -13% births
2005	#4536	30	▼ down 291 · +3% births
2000	#4245	29	▲ up 4948 · +222% births
1995	#9193	9	▲ up 639 · +13% births
1990	#9832	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Ceanna

Best Year2000Rank #4245

Peak Count30

Average Rank#7500

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1990 - 202310 years

The story of Ceanna

Ceanna is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1978. With 696 total births recorded, Ceanna remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9832 in 1990 to #7320 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Ceanna in 2001:

Emily Madison Hannah Ashley Alexis

Ceanna by decade

Ceanna peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	6
1980s	7
1990s	143
2000s ★	320
2010s	210
2020s	10

💎Ceanna has only 696 total recorded births since 1978 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Ceanna?

Common

CeaCeieCeyAnna

What names sound and feel like Ceanna?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Ceanna also consider these

Ceana

Ireland · The ancient

Ceinna

Ireland · Irish

Keanna

Ireland · God is gracious

Beanna

Ireland · Irish

Seanna

Ireland · God is gracious

Eanna

Ireland · Irish

Cevanna

American · Possibly derived from

Veanna

English · derived from the

Common questions about the name Ceanna

What does the name Ceanna mean?

Ceanna means "God is gracious" — a name rooted in Ireland tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Ceanna?

Ceanna is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Ceanna have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Ceanna?

Ceanna originates from Ireland tradition. Ireland names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Ceanna?

Ceanna is a four-syllable name pronounced S IY2 IY1 AA1 N AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Ceanna?

Ceanna pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Ireland heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.