Silena
Fact sheet
- Name
- Silena
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 3
Silena is the feminine form of the ancient Greek name Silenos (Σιληνός). The latter was a companion and teacher of Dionysus, the Greek god of wine and fertility.
What does the name Silena mean?
The name Silena is the feminine variant of the ancient Greek Silenos (Σιληνός), whose meaning is not fully known. Some sources suggest that it can be translated as "the flowing one." Silena occasionally appears in both Spanish and German-speaking areas and is often used as an alternative spelling of Selena, although these two names are not etymologically related. A derived form of Silena is the name Silenia.
Where does the name Silena come from?
Silena is a female first name with ancient Greek roots and means "the flowing one." The origin of the name is primarily rooted in ancient Greek but is also used in Spanish and German-speaking regions.
How do you pronounce Silena?
Si-le-na
Popularity
In Germany, Silena is a rare first name. The name currently ranks 5,884th on the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2014, reaching 2,714th place. Over the last ten years, Silena has been given as a first name about 30 times, placing it 4,714th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 5,099th.
Nicknames & pet names
Leni / Si / Sil / Sila / Sili / Sille / Silli / Silly / Sis / Sisi
Famous people
- Silena Beauregard (character from the 'Percy Jackson' series)
Frequently asked questions about the name Silena
What is the meaning of the name Silena?
The name Silena is often interpreted as 'the flowing one' and is the feminine form of the ancient Greek Silenos.
Where does the name Silena come from?
Silena has ancient Greek roots and is primarily used in Spanish and German-speaking regions.
How popular is the name Silena?
Silena is rather rare and is often seen as an alternative spelling of Selena, which can lead to some confusion regarding its popularity.