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Zena

Zena is a feminine name of Russian origin, meaning “belonging to Zeus.” It is a Russian variation of the Greek names Xenia and Zenobia, meaning “hospitable” and “life of Zeus,” respectively. In Greek Mythology, Zeus is the god of the sky and is considered to be a protector, supreme ruler, and father to all gods and humans. This name is symbolic of protection and compassion, reminding baby Zena that they can always find comfort and safety with their loved ones.
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Meaning

Belonging to zeus

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Pronunciation

ZEE-nah

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Traits

  • Smart
  • Confident
  • Independent
  • Adventurous

Compatibility

Zena pairs well with traditional or classic sibling names, adding a modern touch to the family. As a middle name, Zena complements longer first names nicely. Culturally, Zena fits well with Slavic or Eastern European origins, and stylistically, it suits both contemporary and timeless naming trends.

Smart Confident Independent Adventurous

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Famous Personalities

Notable people who share the name.

Portrait of Zena Dare

Zena Dare

Actress

Born: February 4, 1887 · London, England

Portrait of Zena Holloway

Zena Holloway

Photographer

Born: March 3, 1973 · Bahrain

Portrait of Zena McNally

Zena McNally

Athlete

Born: September 13, 1974 · Dublin, Ireland

Portrait of Zena Marshall

Zena Marshall

Actress

Born: January 1, 1926 · Nairobi, Kenya

Portrait of Zena Skinner

Zena Skinner

TV Personality

Born: January 1, 1927 · London, England

Portrait of Zena Sutherland

Zena Sutherland

Writer

Born: August 8, 1915 · Chicago, Illinois, USA

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Regional Variations & Spellings

Alternative Spellings

  • Zena Original form
  • زينة Arabic
  • Зина Russian
  • ზენა Georgian
  • 齊娜 Chinese (Mandarin)
  • ゼナ Japanese
  • 제나 Korean
  • Hindi
  • Persian

Cultural Adaptations

  • ज़ेना (Zena) Hindi
  • زینا (Zena) Persian

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Frequently Asked Questions about Zena

What does Zena mean?
Belonging to zeus
What is the origin of Zena?
Zena has Russian origins.
Is Zena popular?
Zena has been viewed 125 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
What are similar names to Zena?
Similar names include Meena, Ishaan, Owen, Stella, Yesenia.
How do you pronounce Zena?
Zena is pronounced ZEE-nah.

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