Cirena
si-REE-nah
Cirena is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “Possibly a variation of Cyrene, a Greek place name in North Africa. Also potentially related to Sirena, meaning 'mermaid'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1997.
What Cirena Means
“Possibly a variation of Cyrene, a Greek place name in North Africa. Also potentially related to Sirena, meaning 'mermaid'.”
The Story of Cirena
This name echoes the enchanting call of the sea and the allure of distant, mythical shores.
Cirena may be a graceful variation of Cyrene, a place name from ancient North Africa, or it could echo Sirena, the Latin word for mermaid. Its origins suggest a connection to both geography and legend, invoking images of water and mystery.
Choosing Cirena for your daughter means embracing a spirit of alluring independence and strength. You imagine her as someone drawn to the depths, possessing a captivating nature and a resilience that mirrors the tides.
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Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
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Peak Year
#6 in 1997
Total Births
11
First Recorded
1992
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