Serana

“Serana is derived from the Latin 'serenus' meaning calm or peaceful” — Associated with divine qualities

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#8885US 2023

12Births / yr

↑Rising

79All-time births

📅 Since 201400

How to pronounce Serana

SIR·un·AH

/ˈsɪr.ən.ˈɑ/ · stress on SIR · 3 syllables

“Serana is derived from the Latin 'serenus' meaning calm or peaceful”

Associated with divine qualities · American origin

What does Serana mean and where does it come from?

Serana is derived from the Latin 'serenus' meaning calm or peaceful. In Spanish-speaking countries, it embodies a sense of tranquility and is sometimes associated with divine qualities. The name is not extremely common but has seen use in literature and pop culture. Variants of the name can be found

Cultural significance

Serana has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of spanish.

Peak popularity

Reached #5796 in 2020 — currently #8885 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Serana?

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

Serana Grace

How popular is Serana right now?

Rising fast — up 3191 spots — currently #8885 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#8885 · Top 6.6%

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8885	12	▲ up 3191 · +50% births
2022	#12076	8	▼ down 4111 · -43% births
2021	#7965	14	▼ down 2169 · -33% births
2020	#5796	21	▲ up 10407 · +250% births
2015	#16203	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Serana

Best Year2020Rank #5796

Peak Count21

Average Rank#10185

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Serana

Serana is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2014. With 79 total births recorded, Serana remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #16203 in 2015 to #8885 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Serana in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

💎Serana has only 79 total recorded births since 2014 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Serana?

Common

SerSerieSeryAna

What names sound and feel like Serana?

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

Sereana

American · Calm, serene

Israel · Sevana has connotations

Common questions about the name Serana

What does the name Serana mean?

Serana means "Spanish" — a name rooted in American 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 Serana?

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

What is the cultural origin of Serana?

Serana originates from American tradition. American 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 Serana?

Serana is a three-syllable name pronounced S IH1 R AH0 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 Serana?

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