MallowbyNames

Ceria

SEER-ee-uh · Of uncertain origin; possibly a modern coinage

Peak popularity
1989
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Ceria since 1985

Babies named Ceria per year in U.S. Social Security records.

49131990200020102020Most births 1989Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1980s38
1990s48
2000s18
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Ceria is an extremely rare name with an uncertain origin. It first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1985 and saw its peak usage in 1989, after which its popularity declined steadily. The name has never ranked in the top 1000, making it a truly uncommon choice. Its modern, invented quality appeals to parents seeking a distinctive, melodic name that resembles familiar sounds like Ceri or Sera. Because no top states or ethnic associations are tied to Ceria, it remains a blank slate, free from strong cultural or historical connotations.

The name Ceria has no clear derivation from ancient languages. It appears to be a modern creation, possibly formed from the sound of names like Ceri or as a feminine variant of Cyrus, though evidence is lacking. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1985, with a peak in 1989, and has remained rare.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Ceri

Sibling names for Ceria

Names that share Ceria's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Mira, Lydia, Nora, Talia, Sera

Brothers: Cyrus, Leo, Ethan, Owen, Miles

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Ceria mean?
The meaning of Ceria is uncertain. It may be a modern invention with no traditional etymological root.
How popular is Ceria today?
Ceria has never ranked in the U.S. top 1000. It peaked in 1989 and remains very rare.
Is Ceria a boy or girl name?
Ceria is used overwhelmingly for girls, though it could be considered unisex in theory.