Varena

The female first name Varena is considered a Romansh variant of Verena, whose exact origin and meaning remain unclear. It is suspected that Varena is related to the Latin word verenus, meaning 'credible,' which in turn goes back to verus for 'true' and 'genuine.'

What does the name Varena mean?

Varena, a female first name, is regarded as a Romansh derivation of Verena, whose origin and meaning are not definitively clarified. It is likely that Varena is linked to the Latin term verenus, meaning 'credible,' which stems from verus, meaning 'true' or 'genuine.' The meaning could be 'the Credible' or 'the Genuine.' Alternatively, the name could also be derived from the Latin verêri, which means 'to respect,' 'reverent,' 'to fear,' 'to be afraid,' or 'to have awe,' making it 'the Timid' or 'the Reverent.' Translated from Celtic, the name could mean 'the White' or 'the Wise,' derived from belena. The name became known through the veneration of Saint Verena of Zurzach, who lived in the 3rd and 4th centuries and is regarded as an early Christian virgin and hermit from Thebes. Other variants include Verene, Vereni, Werena, Vreneli, Vrene, Vreny, and Vreni.

Where does the name Varena come from?

Origin: Varena is a female first name of Latin origin, meaning 'the Credible' or 'the Timid.'

How do you pronounce Varena?

Va-re-na, with the emphasis on the second syllable.

When is the name day of Varena?

The name day for Varena is celebrated on September 1.

Popularity

In Germany, Varena is a rare first name. In 2007, it ranked 1,198th in the list of the most common female baby names. From 1930 to 2024, Varena was used as a first name in Germany, averaging in the 1st place. However, in the last ten years, no child has been given this name. Worldwide, Varena is also not very common.

Nicknames & pet names

Vareni / Vava