Sirena
Sirena is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Enchanter, enticer, or mermaid.
Origin and history
Sirena is a feminine name derived from the Greek mythological term for enchanted sea nymphs known as sirens. In modern Spanish and Italian, the word directly translates to 'mermaid'. It remains a relatively rare and distinctive choice in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
3,192 babies in the United States have been named Sirena since 1880. It ranks #3148 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1849.
States where it is most popular
- CA (53.3 %)
- TX (22.5 %)
- FL (7.5 %)
- NY (6 %)
- AZ (2.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 142 |
| 1970-1980 | 483 |
| 1980-1990 | 544 |
| 1990-2000 | 752 |
| 2000-2010 | 533 |
| 2010-2019 | 486 |
| 2020-2029 | 252 |
Fun facts
- The name directly ties to the Sirens of Greek mythology, who enticed sailors with their enchanting voices.
- In modern Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese, 'sirena' is the literal vocabulary word for a mermaid.