Declining since 2016, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Zerina since 1986
Babies named Zerina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 31 |
| 2000s | 57 |
| 2010s | 85 |
| 2020s | 30 |
Meaning & origin
Zerina is a rare and modern name in the United States, first recorded in 1986. It reached its peak popularity in 2015, but has been steadily declining since 2016. As of 2023, the name was given to roughly 1 in every 321,453 newborn girls, placing it at rank 14,942. Its etymology is uncertain; it may be a modern invention or have roots in Arabic or Persian cultures. Despite its obscurity, Zerina has a melodic sound that fits with contemporary naming trends favoring soft, feminine endings. The name has not been recorded among any top states, indicating its use is dispersed and infrequent. Parents choosing Zerina may appreciate its rarity and the flexibility of nicknames like Zeri or Rina.
Zerina is a name of uncertain etymology. It may be a modern coinage combining sounds popular in the late 20th century, or it could be derived from the Arabic name Zahra, meaning 'flower' or 'blooming'. Another possibility is that it is a variant of the name Zerina, which has been used in the Balkans and is sometimes linked to the Persian word for 'golden'. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1986 and has seen modest use since.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zeri, Rina, Zee
Variants: Zerina, Zereena
Sibling names for Zerina
Names that share Zerina's style, for a brother or sister.
