Xena Girl
Origin(s)
Greek; English
Meaning
Greek: hospitable; English: warrior princess
Historical & Cultural Background
In Greek mythology, Xena is associated with hospitality and is often linked to the concept of welcoming guests. The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries through the television series 'Xena: Warrior Princess,' which portrayed a strong female lead.
Trend Summary
The name Xena has seen a resurgence in interest due to its strong cultural associations.
Variants
- Zena
- Xenae
International Variants
- Zina (Slavic)
- Xéna (French)
Famous people named Xena
Xena, Warrior Princess — fictional character
Xena (singer) — musician
Fictional characters named Xena
Xena — Xena: Warrior Princess
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Xena was first seen in the United States in 1992. Xena has ranked as high as #954 nationally which occurred in 1996 and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Pennsylvania, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Xena has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Xena (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 34 | |
| TX | 19 | |
| FL | 15 | |
| PA | 9 | |
| NY | 9 | |
| AZ | 8 | |
| VA | 7 | |
| TN | 6 | |
| GA | 6 | |
| IL | 6 | |
| NJ | 5 | |
| OR | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 73 |
| 1996 | 279 |
| 1997 | 275 |
| 1998 | 173 |
| 1999 | 104 |
| 2000 | 75 |
| 2001 | 50 |
| 2002 | 38 |
| 2003 | 38 |
| 2004 | 16 |
| 2005 | 20 |
| 2006 | 32 |
| 2007 | 30 |
| 2008 | 22 |
| 2009 | 29 |
| 2010 | 34 |
| 2011 | 33 |
| 2012 | 52 |
| 2013 | 69 |
| 2014 | 73 |
| 2015 | 95 |
| 2016 | 111 |
| 2017 | 157 |
| 2018 | 173 |
| 2019 | 193 |
| 2020 | 214 |
| 2021 | 191 |
| 2022 | 250 |
| 2023 | 234 |
| 2024 | 178 |