Xena
Xena is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Guest, stranger, or hospitable.
Origin and history
Xena is a name of Greek origin, derived from the word 'xenia' meaning guest or stranger, which relates to the ancient Greek concept of hospitality. It gained widespread cultural recognition in the late 1990s due to the television series 'Xena: Warrior Princess'. In recent years, it has experienced a modern revival in usage in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
3,513 babies in the United States have been named Xena since 1880. It ranks #2989 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1072.
States where it is most popular
- CA (24.3 %)
- TX (18.7 %)
- NY (10.2 %)
- FL (8.9 %)
- PA (4.3 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 924 |
| 2000-2010 | 350 |
| 2010-2019 | 991 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,248 |
Famous people named Xena
- Xena: Fictional Character
Fun facts
- The name saw a dramatic spike in public awareness following the 1995 premiere of the television show 'Xena: Warrior Princess'.
- It shares its root with 'xenia', the ancient Greek custom of offering hospitality to travelers and strangers.