Ember vs Serena

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Serena

Girl #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"tranquil, serene, clear"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian Spanish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#332
Total SSA Count
938
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Seri, Rena, Ser

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Ember Rank #137
Serena Rank #332

Ember is more popular, ranked #137 vs #332 for Serena.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ember ___

  • Ember Rose
  • Ember Jade
  • Ember Skye
  • Ember Wren
  • Ember Faye
  • Ember Dawn

Serena ___

  • Serena Rose
  • Serena Grace
  • Serena Joy
  • Serena Marie
  • Serena Elise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Ember

Ash Blaze Storm Hazel Willow

If you choose Serena

Venus Valentina Sebastian Julian Elena

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ember or Serena more popular?

Ember is more popular, ranked #137 compared to Serena at #332 in the United States.

What do Ember and Serena mean?

Ember means "ember, smoldering remnant" (Old Norse origin). Serena means "tranquil, serene, clear" (Latin origin).

Are Ember and Serena boy or girl names?

Ember is primarily a girl name. Serena is primarily a girl name.

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