Girl
Serena
tranquil, serene
About Serena
A name synonymous with tranquility and composed elegance, this choice has graced artists, athletes, and thinkers throughout history. Its melodic quality creates an immediate sense of calm, while its strong consonants prevent it from feeling overly soft or delicate. The three-syllable rhythm gives it a musical flow that parents and children alike find appealing. Internationally recognized and easily pronounced across multiple languages, it offers global accessibility—a valuable consideration in our interconnected world. The name maintains relevance across generations, having appeared consistently throughout different eras without ever feeling dated or trendy. It possesses a refined quality that suggests sophistication without pretension, making it appropriate for both playground adventures and professional achievements. The balanced structure provides excellent pairing potential with various middle and surname combinations.
Popularity of the Name Serena
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #489 | ||||
| 1881 | #487 | ||||
| 1882 | #501 | ||||
| 1883 | #646 | ||||
| 1884 | #783 | ||||
| 1885 | #623 | ||||
| 1886 | #602 | ||||
| 1887 | #584 | ||||
| 1888 | #718 | ||||
| 1889 | #530 | ||||
| 1890 | #721 | ||||
| 1891 | #724 | ||||
| 1892 | #662 | ||||
| 1893 | #860 | ||||
| 1894 | #899 | ||||
| 1895 | #767 | ||||
| 1896 | #593 | ||||
| 1897 | #676 | ||||
| 1898 | #695 | ||||
| 1899 | #813 | ||||
| 1900 | #638 | ||||
| 1901 | #793 | ||||
| 1902 | #665 | ||||
| 1903 | #858 | ||||
| 1904 | #995 | ||||
| 1905 | #846 | ||||
| 1906 | #816 | ||||
| 1907 | #813 | ||||
| 1908 | #784 | ||||
| 1909 | #842 | ||||
| 1910 | #779 | ||||
| 1912 | #918 | ||||
| 1917 | #921 | ||||
| 1938 | #930 | ||||
| 1940 | #962 | ||||
| 1944 | #952 | ||||
| 1955 | #870 | ||||
| 1957 | #963 | ||||
| 1958 | #826 | ||||
| 1959 | #803 | ||||
| 1961 | #910 | ||||
| 1962 | #805 | ||||
| 1963 | #771 | ||||
| 1964 | #732 | ||||
| 1965 | #744 | #346 | #321 | ||
| 1966 | #693 | #326 | #444 | ||
| 1967 | #592 | #389 | |||
| 1968 | #459 | #236 | #324 | ||
| 1969 | #346 | #211 | #440 | ||
| 1970 | #374 | #221 | #270 | ||
| 1971 | #386 | #251 | #276 | ||
| 1972 | #432 | #276 | #247 | ||
| 1973 | #458 | #289 | #281 | ||
| 1974 | #466 | #285 | #244 | ||
| 1975 | #445 | #274 | #216 | ||
| 1976 | #437 | #242 | #243 | ||
| 1977 | #407 | #212 | #207 | ||
| 1978 | #429 | #246 | #290 | ||
| 1979 | #419 | #193 | #250 | ||
| 1980 | #372 | #251 | #290 | ||
| 1981 | #411 | #136 | #257 | ||
| 1982 | #389 | #228 | #172 | ||
| 1983 | #375 | #187 | #172 | ||
| 1984 | #385 | #205 | #212 | ||
| 1985 | #400 | #195 | #179 | ||
| 1986 | #474 | #293 | #273 | ||
| 1987 | #480 | #300 | #209 | ||
| 1988 | #530 | #205 | #269 | ||
| 1989 | #522 | #262 | #259 | ||
| 1990 | #504 | #298 | #220 | ||
| 1991 | #485 | #255 | #205 | #338 | |
| 1992 | #491 | #316 | #225 | #301 | |
| 1993 | #461 | #232 | #173 | #259 | |
| 1994 | #404 | #204 | #186 | #271 | |
| 1995 | #326 | #305 | #237 | #220 | |
| 1996 | #309 | #220 | #240 | #205 | |
| 1997 | #245 | #263 | #242 | #198 | #154 |
| 1998 | #220 | #277 | #284 | #240 | #171 |
| 1999 | #218 | #271 | #254 | #253 | #181 |
| 2000 | #209 | #272 | #289 | #247 | #152 |
| 2001 | #246 | #268 | #227 | #314 | #186 |
| 2002 | #244 | #276 | #265 | #350 | #134 |
| 2003 | #255 | #301 | #282 | #198 | #138 |
| 2004 | #302 | #292 | #291 | #271 | #144 |
| 2005 | #363 | #280 | #354 | #201 | #150 |
| 2006 | #396 | #308 | #274 | #362 | #202 |
| 2007 | #404 | #370 | #386 | #369 | #184 |
| 2008 | #375 | #424 | #287 | #361 | #169 |
| 2009 | #391 | #364 | #357 | #160 | |
| 2010 | #449 | #352 | #399 | #583 | #157 |
| 2011 | #448 | #371 | #308 | #339 | #170 |
| 2012 | #436 | #359 | #359 | #501 | #168 |
| 2013 | #410 | #436 | #331 | #420 | #150 |
| 2014 | #456 | #467 | #377 | #423 | #174 |
| 2015 | #410 | #432 | #298 | #571 | #162 |
| 2016 | #448 | #472 | #471 | #193 | |
| 2017 | #415 | #449 | #567 | #179 | |
| 2018 | #393 | #460 | #386 | #382 | #182 |
| 2019 | #424 | #440 | #399 | #447 | #195 |
| 2020 | #423 | #369 | #975 | #176 | |
| 2021 | #388 | #398 | #362 | #336 | #203 |
| 2022 | #386 | #343 | #859 | #164 | |
| 2023 | #375 | #424 | #600 | #217 | |
| 2024 | #331 | #317 | #456 | #848 | #192 |
| 2025 | #325 | #394 | #303 | #324 | #153 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Serena
Names Similar to Serena
Nicknames for Serena
- Seri
- Rena
- Rennie
- Sere
Famous People Named Serena
| Serena Williams | American tennis player |
| Serena Aunon-Chancellor | American astronaut |
| Serena Altschul | American broadcast journalist |
| Serena Autieri | Italian actress |
| Serena Deeb | American professional wrestler |
| Serena Guthrie | English netball player |
| Serena Scott Thomas | English actress |
| Serena Ortolani | Italian actress |
| Serena Angelini | Italian Paralympic swimmer |
| Serena Reinaldi | Italian television presenter |
| Serena Viharo | American actress |
| Serena Laurel | Filipino-American actress |
| Serena Amato | Italian swimmer |
| Serena Panetta | Italian rhythmic gymnast |
| Serena Ryder | Canadian singer-songwriter |
| Serena Bardy | French alpine skier |
| Serena Brassard | Canadian fencer |
| Serena Gamble | American actress |
| Serena Xu | Chinese television host |
Characters Named Serena
| Serena van der Woodsen | Character from "Gossip Girl" series |
| Serena Joy Waterford | Character from "The Handmaid's Tale" |
| Serena Tsukino | Protagonist of the anime/manga series "Sailor Moon" |
| Serena Celia Humphrey | Character from "Gossip Girl" series |
| Serena Blaquelock | Character from the video game "Cyberpunk 2077" |
| Serena Campbell | Character from the TV show "Holby City" |
| Serena Sutherland | Character from the book series "The Lymond Chronicles" |