Serenity Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsuh-REN-ih-tee / /səˈrɛnɪti/Latin; English
Meaning
Latin: tranquility; English: peacefulness
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Serenity has roots in the Latin word 'serenitas,' which means calmness or tranquility. It gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the late 20th century. The name is often associated with a sense of peace and calm, reflecting a serene disposition. It has been used in various cultural contexts, including literature and spirituality.
Trend Summary
Serenity has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States since the 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Serena
- Seren
International Variants
- Seren (Welsh)
- Serena (Italian)
- Sérénité (French)
Famous people named Serenity
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Fictional characters named Serenity
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Serenity was first seen in the United States in 1972. Serenity has ranked as high as #143 nationally, which occurred in 2013, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, New York, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Serenity has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Serenity (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 285 | |
| CA | 219 | |
| FL | 177 | |
| GA | 126 | |
| NC | 103 | |
| NY | 92 | |
| OH | 91 | |
| VA | 72 | |
| TN | 71 | |
| IL | 68 | |
| AL | 63 | |
| LA | 60 | |
| MO | 58 | |
| PA | 57 | |
| SC | 55 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 13 |
| 1974 | 26 |
| 1975 | 34 |
| 1976 | 69 |
| 1977 | 70 |
| 1978 | 76 |
| 1979 | 57 |
| 1980 | 58 |
| 1981 | 65 |
| 1982 | 48 |
| 1983 | 37 |
| 1984 | 37 |
| 1985 | 40 |
| 1986 | 52 |
| 1987 | 35 |
| 1988 | 51 |
| 1989 | 45 |
| 1990 | 67 |
| 1991 | 59 |
| 1992 | 93 |
| 1993 | 89 |
| 1994 | 111 |
| 1995 | 127 |
| 1996 | 152 |
| 1997 | 200 |
| 1998 | 253 |
| 1999 | 524 |
| 2000 | 654 |
| 2001 | 784 |
| 2002 | 1,074 |
| 2003 | 1,413 |
| 2004 | 1,786 |
| 2005 | 1,989 |
| 2006 | 2,601 |
| 2007 | 2,738 |
| 2008 | 3,121 |
| 2009 | 3,488 |
| 2010 | 3,484 |
| 2011 | 3,870 |
| 2012 | 4,248 |
| 2013 | 4,471 |
| 2014 | 4,352 |
| 2015 | 4,001 |
| 2016 | 3,865 |
| 2017 | 3,592 |
| 2018 | 3,566 |
| 2019 | 3,436 |
| 2020 | 3,435 |
| 2021 | 3,082 |
| 2022 | 2,808 |
| 2023 | 2,566 |
| 2024 | 2,342 |