Cena

“The name Cena has Latin origins, where it refers to 'dinner' or 'supper'”

English origin · Unisex name

♂ 1% boys♀ 99% girls

#1384US 2023

816Births / yr

→Stable

434All-time births

📅 Since 188300.01% of births at peak

How to pronounce Cena

see·EE·NAH

/ˌsiː.ˈiː.ˈnɑ/ · stress on EE · 3 syllables

“The name Cena has Latin origins, where it refers to 'dinner' or 'supper'”

English origin · Unisex name

What does Cena mean and where does it come from?

The name Cena has Latin origins, where it refers to 'dinner' or 'supper'. It is commonly used in English-speaking countries. While it is rare as a given name, it has gained some recognition due to pop culture references and modern trends. The first recorded use of Cena as a name might be seen in the

Cultural significance

Cena has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of latin.

Peak popularity

Reached #902 in 1883 — currently #1384 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Cena?

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

Cena Grace

How popular is Cena right now?

Holding steady — currently #1384 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1895–2023#1384 · Top 1.0%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1384	816	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2022	#1389	796	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2021	#1394	766	▲ up 12052 · +15220% births
1995	#13446	5	▼ down 2712
1985	#10734	5	▼ down 268
1980	#10466	5	▼ down 4457 · -44% births
1975	#6009	9	▲ up 405 · +29% births
1970	#6414	7	▼ down 675 · +17% births
1960	#5739	6	▼ down 952 · -14% births
1955	#4787	7	▼ down 3 · +17% births
1950	#4784	6	▼ down 517 · +20% births
1935	#4267	5	▼ down 254 · -29% births
1920	#4013	7	▼ down 176 · +17% births
1915	#3837	6	▼ down 2491 · -14% births
1895	#1346	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Cena

Best Year2023Rank #1384

Peak Count816

Average Rank#5619

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202314 years

The story of Cena

Cena has been a beloved American name for over 141 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1883. With 434 total births recorded, Cena remains relatively uncommon. Cena is used for both genders: 99% female and 1% male.

Names that peaked alongside Cena in 1883:

Mary Anna Emma Elizabeth Minnie

Cena by decade

Cena peaked in the 1880s. See all 1880s names →

Decade	Births
1880s	22
1890s	30
1900s	12
1910s	36
1920s	29
1930s	26
1940s	19
1950s ★	63
1960s	56
1970s	51
1980s	49
1990s	15
2000s	10
2010s	16

💎Cena has only 434 total recorded births since 1883 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Cena?

Common

CenCenieCeny

What names sound and feel like Cena?

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

Arabic · مَنَا: (Mena) means

Common questions about the name Cena

What does the name Cena mean?

Cena means "Latin" — a name rooted in English 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 Cena?

Cena is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Cena?

Cena originates from English tradition. English 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 Cena?

Cena is a three-syllable name pronounced S IY2 IY1 N AA1. 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 Cena?

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