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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Hospitality, a welcoming host to guests
- Origin
- Greek
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- ZEE-nee-ah
Xenia is a girl's name with Greek origins, carrying the meaning of hospitality — a welcoming host to guests. It's pronounced ZEE-nee-ah (IPA /ˈziːniə/), and it has a clean, modern feel. For parents drawn to a name with a clear, specific meaning tied to welcoming others, Xenia is a compact option worth a closer look.
Meaning & Origin of Xenia
Meaning: Hospitality, a welcoming host to guests.
Origin: Greek.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Xenia
ZEE-nee-ahIPA /ˈziːniə/
Popularity of Xenia
According to Social Security data spanning 1894 to 2024, Xenia's strongest ranking came early on, hitting #1482 in 1894 with just 6 babies given the name. By 2024, it had fallen to #3374, even though 47 babies received the name that year.
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FAQ
What does the name Xenia mean?
Hospitality, a welcoming host to guests. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Xenia?
Xenia is pronounced ZEE-nee-ah (IPA: /ˈziːniə/).
Is Xenia a popular name right now?
Xenia peaked at #1482 in 1894 and is ranked #3374 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1894–2024.)
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