Holding steady.
Popularity of Ceana since 1998
Babies named Ceana per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 15 |
| 2000s | 170 |
| 2010s | 104 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Ceana is a rare Scottish-inspired name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1998. It has never ranked among the top 1000 names. Its most popular year was 2002, though usage has remained stable and very low since. The name's uncertain etymology may derive from the Gaelic Coinneach (meaning 'comely') or be a modern variant of Keana. Because it has no top states of concentration and is not a revival, Ceana appeals to parents seeking an uncommon name with Celtic roots. Its simple sound and feminine feel have kept it in occasional use, though it remains a distinctive choice.
Ceana is a name of debated origin. It may derive from the Scottish Gaelic Coinneach, which means 'comely' or 'handsome', and is a traditional masculine name anglicized as Kenneth. Alternatively, Ceana could be a modern variant of Keana, an Irish name with uncertain meaning. In Scotland, Ceana has been used as a feminine given name, though its recorded usage in the United States began only in the late 1990s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cee, Cece
Sibling names for Ceana
Names that share Ceana's style, for a brother or sister.
