Serene
Serene is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Calm, peaceful, or clear.
Origin and history
Serene is a feminine given name derived from the Latin word 'serenus', meaning calm, peaceful, or clear. While historically less common than its counterpart Serena, Serene has seen steady, modern use in the United States as a serene vocabulary-inspired name. Its usage reflects a broader trend toward tranquil and nature-adjacent virtue names.
Popularity in the United States
3,226 babies in the United States have been named Serene since 1880. It ranks #3130 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1450.
States where it is most popular
- CA (50 %)
- TX (13.3 %)
- NY (11.1 %)
- MI (5.7 %)
- FL (5.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 27 |
| 1920-1930 | 45 |
| 1930-1940 | 22 |
| 1940-1950 | 44 |
| 1950-1960 | 65 |
| 1960-1970 | 106 |
| 1970-1980 | 216 |
| 1980-1990 | 243 |
| 1990-2000 | 355 |
| 2000-2010 | 641 |
| 2010-2019 | 800 |
| 2020-2029 | 662 |
Fun facts
- Derived directly from the Latin word 'serenus', which was originally used to describe clear, cloudless skies.
- It shares its root with the more widely recognized name Serena, serving as a modern English word-name alternative.