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Kseniya

КсенияKSEH-nee-yah · Of uncertain origin; possibly derived from the Greek name Xenia, meaning 'hospitality'.

Peak popularity
2013
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Kseniya since 2000

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

4711200020102020Most births 2009Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2000s48
2010s53
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Kseniya, a Slavic variant of the Greek Xenia, has seen modest but steady use in the United States since 2000. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 2000 and reached its peak popularity in 2013, when it was given to 73 girls. Since then, its usage has remained stable, with no dramatic rise or fall. The name's strength lies in its international character, connecting bearers to Eastern European heritage while remaining recognizable in English-speaking contexts. Despite not ranking among the top 1000 names, Kseniya carries a sense of cultural depth and historical resonance.

Kseniya is a Slavic form of the Greek name Xenia (Ξενία), derived from 'xenos' meaning 'stranger' or 'foreigner', and by extension 'hospitality'. The name was borne by several early Christian saints, including Saint Xenia of Rome. It has been consistently used in Russia, Ukraine, and other Eastern European countries.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Ksyusha, Ksyuta, Ksenya

Variants: Xenia, Ksenia, Zenya

Sibling names for Kseniya

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Kseniya mean?
Kseniya is a Slavic form of Xenia, derived from the Greek word for 'hospitality'. The exact meaning is uncertain but is often associated with 'guest' or 'stranger'.
How popular is the name Kseniya currently?
Kseniya has not been in the top 1000 U.S. names in recent years. It peaked in 2013 at a rank of 3,178, with 73 births reported that year. Its popularity has remained stable.
Is Kseniya a boy or girl name?
Kseniya is exclusively used as a feminine name.