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Xenia

ZEEN-ee-ah

Popularity

#3374

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Letters

5

Syllables

3

Origin

Greek

Total Births

2,878

Peak Year

#75 in 2022

First Recorded

1894

Style

Mythological, Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Meaning "hospitable" or "welcoming," Xenia originates from the Greek word "xenos," meaning "stranger" or "guest."

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XenaXeniXiaEni

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Numerology

9

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Famous Namesakes

  • Xenia Stad-de Lichtenberg

    Danish-German operatic soprano and voice teacher.

  • Xenia Gratsos

    Greek actress known for film and TV roles.

Nicknames

XenaXeniXiaEni

Spelling Variations

XenaZeniaXeniya

Similar Names

SerenaAthenaTheaChloeIsla

Personality Traits

WarmGenerousFriendlySociableEmpathetic

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