UK name, mostly girls
Senna
A feminine name of Hebrew origin meaning "bush" or "bramble".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Also recorded as a boys' name in the UK, with 90 boys.
Senna is mostly registered for girls in the UK records. People looking for Senna popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3695, with 6 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2023, with 15 births.
This profile covers 168 England and Wales registrations across 24 recorded years from 1996 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales and NRS Scotland, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 40% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 173 living people in the UK are called Senna. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Senna ranked #3695 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 6 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2023, when 15 girls were registered as Senna.
- • Senna ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #815 in 2012.
- • Senna is also recorded for boys, but the girls side is the larger UK variant in these records.
- • About 173 living people in the UK are estimated to have Senna as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 65.1% of Senna registrations are for girls.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3695
2024
Births in 2024
6
Latest year
Peak year
2023
15 births
Estimated living
173
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Senna
In England and Wales birth records, Senna has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 34.9% of registrations are for boys and 65.1% are for girls.
These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.
Senna registered for boys
- Ranked #4,270 in 2024
- 4 boys registered in 2024
- Peak: 2012 (15 births)
Senna registered for girls
- Ranked #3,695 in 2024
- 6 girls registered in 2024
- Peak: 2023 (15 births)
Meaning
What does Senna mean?
The name Senna has its roots in the Arabic language, with origins dating back to the 7th century. It is derived from the Arabic word "sana," which means "beauty" or "brilliance." The name was particularly popular among Muslim communities across the Middle East and North Africa during the medieval period.
Historically, the name Senna has been associated with various notable figures. One of the earliest recorded instances was Senna ibn Malik, a renowned Arab poet and scholar who lived in the 8th century. His poetic works and literary contributions significantly influenced Arabic literature during the Abbasid era.
Another prominent figure bearing the name Senna was Senna al-Mulk, a powerful vizier and statesman in the Seljuk Empire during the 11th century. He played a crucial role in the administration and governance of the empire, leaving a lasting impact on the political landscape of the time.
In the realm of religion, Senna al-Darani was a revered Sufi mystic and scholar who lived in the 9th century. His teachings and writings on Islamic spirituality and mysticism earned him a widespread following across the Islamic world.
Moving into the modern era, Senna Gammour was a celebrated Algerian novelist and playwright of the 20th century. Born in 1924, his works explored themes of identity, colonialism, and the struggles of the Algerian people, making him a prominent voice in Algerian literature.
Lastly, one of the most renowned figures associated with the name Senna is Ayrton Senna, the legendary Brazilian Formula One racing driver. Born in 1960, he was a three-time world champion and is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential drivers in the history of motorsports. His skill, passion, and determination on the racetrack inspired millions of fans worldwide.
While the name Senna has its origins in Arabic, it has transcended cultural boundaries and gained popularity across various regions and communities throughout history. Its association with notable figures in literature, politics, religion, and sports has contributed to its enduring legacy and significance.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Senna over time
The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Senna in England and Wales, from 1996 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Senna, the clearest high point is 2023. The latest England and Wales figure is 6 births in 2024, compared with 15 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Senna by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Senna was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #2984 | 43 | 5 |
| 2010s | #3055 | 82 | 10 |
| 2000s | #3489 | 40 | 8 |
| 1990s | #3795 | 3 | 1 |
Geography
Where Senna is most common
The bars show the latest published local birth counts for Senna. They are useful for spotting where the name is showing up in real numbers, while the rank beside each bar shows how strongly it performs inside that region.
Senna ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #815 in 2012.
Across the UK
Senna in Scotland and Northern Ireland
Scotland (NRS)
#815 in 2012
2 years of NRS records, 6 total registered
Notable bearers
Famous people named Senna
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Senna Proctor
racing driver; racing automobile driver
British racing driver
1998-
Related
Names similar to Senna
- Sophie 103,803
- Sophia 46,936
- Scarlett 34,261
- Sienna 32,418
- Sofia 29,136
- Sarah 27,961
- Shannon 25,510
- Summer 24,167
- Sara 14,205
- Skye 13,654
- Samantha 12,697
- Stephanie 9,309
FAQ
Senna: questions and answers
How popular is the name Senna in the UK right now?
In 2024, Senna was ranked #3695 for girls in England and Wales, with 6 births registered.
When was Senna most popular?
The peak year on record was 2023, with 15 babies registered as Senna in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Senna?
A feminine name of Hebrew origin meaning "bush" or "bramble".
How many people are called Senna in the UK?
A total of 168 babies have been registered as Senna across the 24 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here, plus 6 more in Scotland.
Where is Senna most common?
In the latest published local rankings, Senna ranks best in Scotland, where it placed #815 in 2012. The regional bars on this page use birth counts, so they also reflect the size of each region.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.