Holding steady.
Popularity of Venera since 1913
Babies named Venera per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 57 |
| 1920s | 40 |
| 1930s | 18 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 7 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Venera is a rare name in the United States, first recorded in 1913 with a peak in 1914. Despite its association with the Roman goddess Venus, the name has not ranked among the top 1000 names for any year since the 1920s. Its trajectory is stable, indicating very low but consistent usage over the decades. The name is more common in Russia and other Slavic countries, where it carries a classic, elegant feel linked to beauty and love. Parents choosing Venera today are likely drawn to its mythological roots and distinctive sound, setting it apart from more popular Venus or Vanessa.
Venera is the Russian, Italian, and Romanian form of Venus, the name of the Roman goddess of love, beauty, desire, and prosperity. The Latin name Venus is of uncertain etymology, but may be related to the Latin word venia meaning 'grace' or 'favor'. Venera has been used as a given name in Russia since the 19th century, likely influenced by the planet Venus and the association with beauty and love.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Vena, Nera
Variants: Venus, Venere
Sibling names for Venera
Names that share Venera's style, for a brother or sister.
