Saina

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Pronounced SY-nah /ˈsaɪ.nə/Medium

Meaning: From Persian, variously 'praiseworthy' and a name of the Simurgh-like mythical bird (Saena); also used as a modern name (badminton's Saina Nehwal); routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Praiseworthy; a mythical bird: Saina is Persian. Lyrical, modern, and warm (said 'SY-nah').

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Origin LowPersian

MeaningFrom Persian, variously 'praiseworthy' and a name of the Simurgh-like mythical bird (Saena); also used as a modern name (badminton's Saina Nehwal); routes layered

U.S. rank (2025)#6279 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births19 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2017

Total births (all-time)≈ 388

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Saina comes from Persian, variously 'praiseworthy' and a name of the Simurgh-like mythical bird (Saena); it is also used as a modern name (routes layered, which we note). A lyrical, modern name (said 'SY-nah').

In the U.S. it appears across Persian and South Asian families. Rare, praiseworthy-and-a-mythical-bird at the root, and modern.

Did you know? Saina is variously 'praiseworthy' and a name of the Simurgh-like mythical bird (Saena) in Persian — a lyrical, modern name (made known by badminton's Saina Nehwal; the routes are layered, which we note; said 'SY-nah').

Overall data confidence 40%

References — Saina — routes layered

Variations

SaynaSaena

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Saina mean?

Saina is Persian, variously 'praiseworthy' and a name of a mythical bird; the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Saina?

It's said SY-nah /ˈsaɪ.nə/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Saina a boy or girl name?

Saina is a girl's name.

How popular is Saina?

Saina is a rare name in the U.S.