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Cena

Male

« Cena is an Italian name of Latin origin, meaning "dinner" or "supper". It was historically more common as a surname but is now also used as a given name for boys. »

#37532 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Cena is a name of Italian origin, meaning "dinner" or "supper". It is derived from the Latin word "cena", which was used to refer to the main meal of the day in ancient Rome. The name Cena has a long history and has been used throughout Europe over the centuries. In Italy, it was particularly popular during the Middle Ages, with many records of people named Cena appearing in historical documents and registers from that period. In recent years, the name Cena has gained popularity outside of Italy as well. It is now often used as a given name for boys, although historically it has been more commonly used as a surname. Despite its food-related meaning, the name Cena does not have any specific associations with feasts or celebrations. Instead, it is simply a unique and distinctive name that has been used by people from various cultures and backgrounds throughout history.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Cena since 1880

Total births
6
Total since 1880
Peak year
2010
6 births
in 2010
6
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years