Rising since 2014, #8,362 for girls today.
Popularity of Serana since 2014
Babies named Serana per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 58 |
| 2020s | 85 |
Meaning & origin
Serana is a modern and uncommon name, first recorded in U.S. data in 2014. Its rank of 8,362 (as of 2025) places it among rarer choices, with approximately 1 in every 133,939 female births bearing the name. The name's trajectory has been consistently rising since its debut, reaching a peak in 2020. While its etymology is uncertain, it is most likely a creative variation of Serena, which itself derives from the Latin word for "serene." As a recent coinage, Serana has not yet established deep cultural or historical associations, making it a fresh and distinctive option for parents seeking a name that feels both elegant and contemporary. Its popularity remains modest, but its upward trend suggests a growing appeal.
Serana appears to be a modern invented name, likely a variant of Serena (from Latin serenus, meaning "clear, calm, serene") or an elaboration of Sara. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 2014 and has been rising slowly in popularity, suggesting a contemporary coinage rather than a traditional name with deep historical roots.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sera, Rana
Sibling names for Serana
Names that share Serana's style, for a brother or sister.
