Nevena

“A name derived from the word for 'marigold', which symbolizes warmth and joy.” — Associated with spring due to the flowering plant

Serbia origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#11929US 2022

8Births / yr

↑Rising

88All-time births

📅 Since 200100

How to pronounce Nevena

NEE·VNAH

/ˈniː.ˈvnɑ/ · stress on NEE · 2 syllables

“A name derived from the word for 'marigold', which symbolizes warmth and joy.”

Associated with spring due to the flowering plant · Serbia origin

What does Nevena mean and where does it come from?

Nevena is a traditional name in Serbian and Bulgarian culture, often associated with spring due to the flowering plant. It was first used in the region of the Balkans during the Middle Ages. The name is fairly popular in these countries and can be found in various forms. Notable figures with this na

Cultural significance

Nevena has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Serbia-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a name derived from the word for 'marigold', which symbolizes warmth and joy..

Peak popularity

Reached #11255 in 2017 — currently #11929 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Nevena?

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

Nevena Grace

How popular is Nevena right now?

Rising fast — up 2311 spots — currently #11929 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2022#11929 · Top 8.8%

2005

2015

2020

2022

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#11929	8	▲ up 2311 · +33% births
2020	#14240	6	▲ up 3577 · +20% births
2015	#17817	5	▲ up 471
2005	#18288	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Nevena

Best Year2022Rank #11929

Peak Count8

Average Rank#15569

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2005 - 20224 years

The story of Nevena

Nevena is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2001. With 88 total births recorded, Nevena remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #18288 in 2005 to #11929 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Nevena in 2017:

Emma Olivia Ava Isabella Sophia

Nevena by decade

Nevena peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	26
2010s ★	56
2020s	6

💎Nevena has only 88 total recorded births since 2001 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Nevena?

Common

NevNevieNevyEna

What names sound and feel like Nevena?

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

Nevina

Slavic regions · Holy, pure.

Neena

India · Hindi

Neveya

American · A modern name

Sevena

English · number seven

Revena

American · A variant of

USA · Derived from the

How is Nevena written in other languages?

What are the boy versions of Nevena?

Neven CROATIAN Neven MACEDONIAN Neven SERBIAN

Common questions about the name Nevena

What does the name Nevena mean?

Nevena means "A name derived from the word for 'marigold', which symbolizes warmth and joy." — a name rooted in Serbia 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 Nevena?

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

What is the cultural origin of Nevena?

Nevena originates from Serbia tradition. Serbia 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 Nevena?

Nevena is a two-syllable name pronounced N IY1 V N AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Nevena trending right now?

Nevena is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.