Cerenity
A variant spelling of the English word 'serenity', meaning calm and peaceful.
Name Census estimates that about 1,363 living Americans carry the first name Cerenity. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Cerenity today is around 13 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Cerenity births was 2012 (75 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Cerenity. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Cerenity is a relatively new arrival in the SSA data. The average bearer is just 13 years old, meaning it gained most of its traction in the last two decades.
People living today
1.4K
~ 1 in 251,471 Americans
Peak year
2012
75 babies that year
Average age
13
years old
2024 SSA rank
#3,697
Tracked since 1998
Popularity
Cerenity: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Cerenity from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 662 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Cerenity remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Cerenity by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Cerenity during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Cerenitys live
The SSA's state-level files cover 15 states and territories. Texas, Florida, Ohio recorded the most babies named Cerenity, while Virginia, Tennessee, Indiana recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 25 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Cerenity
The given name Cerenity appears to be a modern variation of the word "serenity," which has its roots in the Latin word "serenus," meaning "clear, calm, or serene." The name itself is not found in ancient texts or historical records, suggesting that it is a relatively recent coinage, likely inspired by the concept of serenity and tranquility.
While the name Cerenity is not directly derived from any specific language or culture, it carries a meaning that resonates across various traditions and philosophies that value inner peace, harmony, and a state of calmness. In many spiritual and religious traditions, serenity is often associated with a state of mind that is free from disturbance, anxiety, or agitation.
One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Cerenity can be traced back to the late 20th century. However, due to its unique spelling and relatively recent origin, there are no notable historical figures or famous individuals from earlier eras who bore this name.
In modern times, the name Cerenity has gained some popularity, particularly among parents seeking names with a serene and peaceful connotation. Here are a few individuals who have been given the name Cerenity:
Cerenity Thomas, an American actress born in 1997, known for her roles in television shows such as "The Game" and "Black-ish."
Cerenity Young, an American singer and songwriter born in the early 2000s, who has released several singles and music videos.
Cerenity Johnson, an American track and field athlete born in the late 1990s, who competed in sprinting events at the collegiate level.
Cerenity Wilkinson, a Canadian artist and illustrator born in the late 20th century, known for her whimsical and nature-inspired artworks.
Cerenity Michaels, an American author and motivational speaker born in the 1980s, who has written books on personal growth and self-empowerment.
While the name Cerenity is relatively new and lacks a deep historical lineage, it carries a meaningful and aspirational connotation, reflecting the human desire for inner tranquility and a peaceful state of mind.
People
Cerenity + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Cerenity as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with C
Other first names starting with C with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Cerenity: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Cerenity?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1,363 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Cerenity going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 251,471 US residents.
Is Cerenity a common name?
We classify Cerenity as "Rare". It ranks above 91.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,376 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Cerenity most popular?
The single biggest year for Cerenity was 2012, when 75 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Cerenity is about 13 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Cerenity a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Cerenity in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.