Senara
Senara is a Christian girl name of Cornish origin, meaning “From St Senara of Zennor”.
| Meaning | From St Senara of Zennor |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Cornish |
| Pronunciation | seh-NAR-uh |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Senara
Senara is the name of the patron saint of Zennor, a village near Land's End in Cornwall, whose church is famous for the carved bench end of the Mermaid of Zennor. Almost nothing reliable is known about the saint; one Breton legend links her to a princess named Azenor. The original meaning of the name is unknown, so claims that it means 'dawn' should be treated with caution. Its use as a given name is a modern Cornish revival.
Is Senara a Christian name?
Senara belongs to the Celtic Christian saints of Cornwall and survives mainly through the church and village of Zennor.
How popular is Senara?
Very rare, chosen mostly by families with Cornish connections.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Senara mean?
Senara means 'From St Senara of Zennor'. It is of Cornish origin.
Is Senara a Christian name?
Senara belongs to the Celtic Christian saints of Cornwall and survives mainly through the church and village of Zennor.
How do you pronounce Senara?
Senara is pronounced seh-NAR-uh.
Is Senara a boy or girl name?
Senara is usually a girl name.