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Serene

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Pronounced suh-REEN /sə.ˈɹin/Medium

Meaning: from the English word "serene" (calm, peaceful), from Latin serenus; also used as a variant of SerenaMedium

In 30 seconds: Serene is the English word for calm and peaceful, from the Latin 'serenus'. It also works as a variant of Serena.
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Origin MediumEnglish, Latin
Meaningfrom the English word "serene" (calm, peaceful), from Latin serenus; also used as a variant of Serena
U.S. rank (2024)#1708 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births119 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 3,096

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202319142024

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

History & Origin

The name is the plain English word serene, drawn from Latin 'serenus', long used to describe clear skies and untroubled calm. As a given name it carries that meaning straight through, while also reading as a shortened, word-like take on Serena. The sense of peace is the whole appeal.

Serene has a smooth, two-beat sound that matches its meaning of stillness. Its closeness to Serena keeps it linked to that fuller Latin name without being a respelling of it.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Serene is 'serene', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 62%
Behind the Name - Serene — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

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If you like Serene…

Serena— the related Latin name Serene works as a variant of, same 'serenus' root
Grace— another English word name naming a peaceful quality
Celeste— a Latin-rooted name with the same calm, sky-clear feel
Serenity— shares Serene's exact meaning of calm from the same Latin source

Frequently Asked

What does the name Serene mean?

Serene is usually explained as meaning 'serene' and is most often linked with English tradition.

How do you pronounce Serene?

It's commonly said suh-REEN /sə.ˈɹin/.

Is Serene a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Serene is used as a girl name.

How popular is Serene?

In 2024, Serene ranked #1708 in the U.S. for girls, with 119 births recorded.