Zenia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Zenia has its roots in Greek, meaning hospitality. It evolved from the Ancient Greek 'xenia', reflecting a cultural emphasis on welcoming others. The name doesn't have biblical relevance but has gained popularity in the 20th century, associated with warmth and kindness. Variants include Xenia and Zeni, and it is currently viewed as a unique and elegant name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Zenia"
Pronunciation
/ˈzɛniə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Zenia is derived from the Greek word 'xenia', which means hospitality. It reflects the cultural value of welcoming guests and strangers.
Meaning
hospitality
Language Evolution
Xenia (Ancient Greek), Zenia (Modern Greek)
Historical Usage
Zenia gained popularity in various cultures during the 20th century as a symbol of warmth and welcome.
Variants & Derivatives
Xenia, Zeni, Zen
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Zenia is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with kindness and a welcoming nature.
Famous People
Zenia Marcellus, a contemporary artist known for her vibrant works.
📊 Zenia Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 43 peak births in 1988
Geographic Spread
Popular across 5 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Zenia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Zenia"
"Zenia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3191st of 9107 | 147 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4616th of 9204 | 67 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4924th of 12526 | 121 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3384th of 19264 | 312 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3465th of 27321 | 462 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5452nd of 35406 | 367 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5775th of 30306 | 260 |
Regional Popularity of "Zenia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Zenia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
- |
75.78% 2666th/3518 |
57.05% 2307th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
67.62% 3026th/4475 |
59.49% 3090th/5194 |
37.06% 2341st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
70.46% 5153rd/7313 |
54.76% 4087th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
87.73% 5985th/6822 |
69.36% 4353rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Zenia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Zenia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Zenia" in the United States
The name Zenia is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Zenia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Zenia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3191st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4616th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4924th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3384th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3465th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5452nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5775th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Zenia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.