Morena Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmo-REH-nah / mɔˈreː.nəLatin; Spanish; Italian
Meaning
Latin: dark-skinned; Spanish: from the sea; Italian: dark
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Morena has roots in Latin, where it is associated with the meaning of 'dark-skinned' or 'brunette.' In Spanish-speaking cultures, it can also refer to someone 'from the sea.' The name is used in various regions, including Italy and Spain, often reflecting cultural ties to nature and physical characteristics.
Similar Names
Variants
- Morena
- Morene
International Variants
- Morena (Spanish)
- Morena (Italian)
Famous people named Morena
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Fictional characters named Morena
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Morena was first seen in the United States in 1957. Morena has ranked as high as #1242 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Morena has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Morena (1997)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2024 | 5 |