Sereena is a name of Indian origin, derived from the Sanskrit word "Shree" which means "fortune" or "prosperity". It is often spelled as Sireena, but both spellings are used interchangeably.
The name Sereena is believed to have been first used in India during ancient times and was likely given to girls born into wealthy or fortunate families. Over time, the name spread beyond India's borders and gained popularity in other countries around the world.
In some cultures, the name Sereena is associated with the Hindu goddess of wealth and prosperity, Lakshmi. In this context, giving a girl the name Sereena may be seen as a wish for her to grow up to be blessed with good fortune and abundance.
Today, Sereena remains a popular choice among parents looking for unique and meaningful names for their daughters. Despite its Indian origins, it has been adopted by people from diverse backgrounds who appreciate its beautiful sound and positive connotations.
The name Sereena has seen a varied trend in popularity over the years in the United States, with peaks and valleys in its usage.
In the early to mid-1980s, Sereena was given to around 5 to 6 babies each year. However, it began to gain traction in 1985 when 11 babies were named Sereena. This number remained relatively high over the next few years, with another peak of 12 births in both 1989 and 1993.
The late 1990s saw a resurgence in popularity for the name, with 16 babies being named Sereena in 1996. This popularity carried into the early 2000s, with another peak of 15 births in 2003. After that, the popularity of the name seemed to stabilize around the mid-teens to low-twenties mark for several years.
However, since 2008, the usage of the name Sereena has decreased significantly, with only 6 to 8 babies being named Sereena each year until it reached a new low in recent years, with just 6 births recorded in both 2013 and 2016.
In total, over the span of these years, there have been 273 babies born in the United States who were given the name Sereena. Despite its fluctuations in popularity, Sereena remains a unique and distinctive name choice for parents looking to give their child a memorable moniker.