Declining since 1998, #5,917 for girls today.
Popularity of Sera since 1954
Babies named Sera per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 92 |
| 1980s | 196 |
| 1990s | 422 |
| 2000s | 512 |
| 2010s | 295 |
| 2020s | 89 |
Meaning & origin
Sera is a name of uncertain origin, likely a modern variant of Sarah or a borrowing from Latin. First recorded in 1954, the name reached its peak popularity in 1997 (1 in 80,363 births at rank 5,917 in 2025). Its popularity has been declining since 1998. While not extremely common, Sera has a simple and melodic sound that appeals to parents seeking an underused alternative to Sarah or Sara. The name's exact roots remain open to interpretation, but its use as a feminine given name continues steadily.
Sera is likely a modern diminutive or variant of Sarah, a name of Hebrew origin meaning "princess". It may also be derived from the Latin word sera meaning "late" or "serene". The name emerged in the mid-20th century, first recorded in 1954, and saw peak popularity in the 1990s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Seri, Riri
Sibling names for Sera
Names that share Sera's style, for a brother or sister.
