Silena

“Derived from 'silena', meaning 'a moonlit night'.” — Associated with the night and beauty

Italy origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1563US 2023

637Births / yr

→Stable

145All-time births

📅 Since 196200

How to pronounce Silena

SIL·EN·uh

/ˈsɪl.ˈɛn.ə/ · stress on SIL · 3 syllables

“Derived from 'silena', meaning 'a moonlit night'.”

Associated with the night and beauty · Italy origin

What does Silena mean and where does it come from?

Silena has roots in Latin and is mostly found in Italy and Spain. The name evokes imagery associated with the night and beauty, reflecting a soft but profound connection to nature. While Silena is not extremely common, it does appear in various literary and artistic contexts, enhancing its appeal am

Cultural significance

Silena has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italy-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from 'silena', meaning 'a moonlit night'..

Peak popularity

Reached #5105 in 1978 — currently #1563 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Silena?

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

Silena Grace

How popular is Silena right now?

Holding steady — currently #1563 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2023#1563 · Top 1.2%

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1990

1995

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1563	637	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2022	#1568	617	▲ up 5 · +5% births
2021	#1573	587	▲ up 12302 · +11640% births
1995	#13875	5	▼ down 365
1990	#13510	5	▼ down 2277
1985	#11233	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Silena

Best Year2023Rank #1563

Peak Count637

Average Rank#7220

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1985 - 20236 years

The story of Silena

Silena is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1962. With 145 total births recorded, Silena remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11233 in 1985 to #1563 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Silena in 1978:

Jennifer Melissa Jessica Amy Heather

Silena by decade

Silena peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	11
1970s ★	61
1980s	29
1990s	44

💎Silena has only 145 total recorded births since 1962 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Silena?

Common

SilSilieSilyEna

What names sound and feel like Silena?

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

Siena

Italy · From Siena, a

Sirena

Spanish · Siren, mermaid

Silina

English · Variant of Selina,

Sienna

Italy · reddish-brown

Wilena

American · a combination of

Vilena

Slavic countries · valiant

Tilena

American · English

Milena

Czech Republic · Gracious, dear

Common questions about the name Silena

What does the name Silena mean?

Silena means "Derived from 'silena', meaning 'a moonlit night'." — a name rooted in Italy 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 Silena?

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

What is the cultural origin of Silena?

Silena originates from Italy tradition. Italy 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 Silena?

Silena is a three-syllable name pronounced S IH1 L EH1 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 Silena?

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