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Serena
From van der Woodsen to Williams, Serena is a name that demands attention from the world. Its meaning of "serene" or "peaceful and quiet," though, will help baby to feel calmed and supported. This Italian girl's name comes from the Latin word serēnus and has been a popular choice for parents since Roman times.
Italian, Roman
Female
Name Story
Traits
- Serene
- Graceful
- Elegant
- Sophisticated
Compatibility
The name Serena pairs well with classic and timeless names for siblings, such as Emily and Benjamin. As a middle name, Serena adds a touch of elegance and tranquility to the full name. Serena also complements names of Latin or Italian origin, enhancing a cultural or stylistic pairing.
Serene
Graceful
Elegant
Sophisticated
Spotlight
Famous Personalities
Notable people who share the name.
Serena Williams
Athlete
Born: September 26, 1981 · Saginaw, Michigan, USA
Similar Names
Pedro
Stone, Rock
Nico
Victory of the people
Nana
Title of a monarch, your highness
Djuma
Roaring lion
Veronica
True image, she who brings happiness
Kaiden
Compassion, Warrior
Regional Variations & Spellings
Alternative Spellings
- Serena Original form
- Серена Russian
- 塞雷娜 Chinese (Mandarin)
- सेरेना Hindi
- 세레나 Korean
- Japanese
- Arabic
- Georgian
- Armenian
Cultural Adaptations
- セレナ (Serena) Japanese
- سيرينا (Serena) Arabic
- სერენა (Serena) Georgian
- Սերենա (Serena) Armenian
Frequently Asked Questions about Serena
- What does Serena mean?
- Serene, quite, peaceful
- What is the origin of Serena?
- Serena has Italian, Roman origins.
- Is Serena popular?
- Serena has been viewed 229 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
- What are similar names to Serena?
- Similar names include Pedro, Nico, Nana, Djuma, Veronica.
- How do you pronounce Serena?
- Serena is pronounced sə-REE-nə.
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