UK girl's name
Syrena
Of Greek origin, meaning "mermaid" or "siren" in ancient mythology.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2012. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Syrena is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Syrena popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2012 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5876, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2008, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2008 to 2012. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, 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 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 6 living people in the UK are called Syrena. 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 2013 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Syrena ranked #5876 for girls in England and Wales in 2012, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2008, when 3 girls were registered as Syrena.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Syrena as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5876
2012
Births in 2012
3
Latest year
Peak year
2008
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Syrena mean?
The name Syrena has its origins in Greek mythology and is derived from the Greek word "siren," which refers to the dangerous yet beautiful creatures that were half-woman and half-bird. According to Greek legends, these creatures lured sailors with their enchanting songs, causing ships to crash upon the rocky coast.
The earliest known use of the name Syrena can be traced back to ancient Greece, where it was used to refer to these mythological creatures. It was later adopted as a given name, particularly in Eastern European countries such as Poland, where it has been in use since the Middle Ages.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Syrena was Syrena Conti (1515-1590), an Italian painter and engraver from the Renaissance period. She was known for her intricate engravings and was considered a pioneering female artist of her time.
In the 17th century, Syrena Zukowska (1622-1701) was a Polish noblewoman and landowner. She was a prominent figure in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth and was known for her patronage of the arts and her support of the Jesuit Order.
During the 19th century, Syrena Vlassopoulou (1825-1892) was a Greek poet and author. She was one of the first female writers in modern Greek literature and was renowned for her romantic poetry and her advocacy for women's rights.
In the 20th century, Syrena Bokiy (1917-2003) was a renowned Ukrainian artist and sculptor. Her works often depicted scenes from Ukrainian folklore and mythology, and she was celebrated for her contributions to the preservation of Ukrainian cultural heritage.
Another notable individual with the name Syrena was Syrena Zaleski (1930-2018), a Polish-American author and educator. She wrote several books on Polish culture and history and was instrumental in promoting Polish language and literature in the United States.
The name Syrena has a rich history and is deeply rooted in Greek mythology and Eastern European culture. It has been borne by individuals from various fields, including the arts, literature, and nobility, spanning several centuries.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Syrena over time
The chart below shows babies named Syrena registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2008 to 2012. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Syrena, the clearest high point is 2008. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2012, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Syrena by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Syrena 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5876 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #5545 | 3 | 1 |
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- Sara 14,205
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FAQ
Syrena: questions and answers
How popular is the name Syrena in the UK right now?
In 2012, Syrena was ranked #5876 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Syrena most popular?
The peak year on record was 2008, with 3 babies registered as Syrena in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Syrena?
Of Greek origin, meaning "mermaid" or "siren" in ancient mythology.
How many people are called Syrena in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Syrena across the 2 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
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.