Holding steady.
Popularity of Senta since 1964
Babies named Senta per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 129 |
| 1970s | 156 |
| 1980s | 30 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Senta is a rare German and Scandinavian name of uncertain meaning, first recorded in the United States in 1964. Its peak popularity came in 1969, but it has never reached the top 1000 and has remained stable in its rarity. The name is best known through the character in Wagner's opera 'Der fliegende Holländer', though this association has not driven widespread usage. With no top states and a steady low profile, Senta remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon European name.
Senta is likely a German and Scandinavian name of uncertain derivation. It may have originated as a short form of names containing the element 'Sven-' (from Old Norse 'sveinn' meaning 'boy') or as a place name. The name gained some recognition in the late 19th century through the character Senta in Richard Wagner's opera 'Der fliegende Holländer' (The Flying Dutchman), first performed in 1843. However, its use as a given name remains rare.
Sibling names for Senta
Names that share Senta's style, for a brother or sister.
