Zena
Zena is a given name with multiple origins. It is a variant of Xena, Zina, and Zenia, which are names of Greek, Russian, and Scandinavian origin respectively. The name Zena is also found in Arabic-speaking cultures, where it is derived from the word "Zeenah", meaning "decoration" or "beauty".
Origins and Meaning[edit | edit source]
The name Zena has several origins and meanings. In Greek, it is a variant of Xena, which means "guest, stranger". In Russian and Scandinavian cultures, it is a variant of Zina and Zenia, which mean "life of Zeus". In Arabic-speaking cultures, Zena is derived from the word "Zeenah", which means "decoration" or "beauty".
Notable People Named Zena[edit | edit source]
Several notable people bear the name Zena, including:
- Zena Dare (1887–1975), British singer and actress
- Zena Keefe (1896–1977), American actress
- Zena Marshall (1925–2009), British actress
- Zena Skinner (1927–2018), British television chef and author
- Zena Walker (1934–2003), British actress
- Zena (singer) (born 1963), British singer
- Zena Grey (born 1988), American actress
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