A 1900s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Senia since 1894
Babies named Senia per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1994, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Senia's real moment was 1904.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 16 |
| 1900s | 35 |
| 1910s | 53 |
| 1920s | 54 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 10 |
| 1950s | 10 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 35 |
| 1980s | 48 |
| 1990s | 86 |
| 2000s | 120 |
| 2010s | 67 |
| 2020s | 42 |
Meaning & origin
Senia is an exceptionally rare name in the United States, with recorded usage dating back to 1894. Its peak popularity occurred in 1904, during the early 1900s, but it fell out of common use for decades. However, a revival began around 1985, and the name has been slowly rising in recent years. In 2025, it ranked 13,208, with an incidence of 1 in every 267,878 births, indicating that it remains a very uncommon choice. Despite its rarity, the name has a soft, melodic sound that fits well with contemporary naming trends toward vintage and feminine names. The top states for Senia have not been identified, suggesting it is used sporadically across the country. Its etymology is debated, possibly stemming from Russian diminutives or English plant names, giving it a cross-cultural appeal. For parents seeking a distinctive name with a gentle sound and a hint of mystery, Senia offers a subtle elegance that stands apart from more popular choices.
Senia is a rare given name with multiple possible roots. It may be a diminutive of Russian names like Ksenia (Xenia) or Arsenia, or a variant of the English name Senna, itself derived from the plant or the surname. Alternatively, it could be a modern coinage based on the fashionable -ia suffix. Records show sporadic use in the United States since the late 19th century, with a peak in 1904.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sen, Seni
Variants: Senya, Senija
Sibling names for Senia
Names that share Senia's style, for a brother or sister.
