Lerena
Latin · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Lerena
Lerena derives from Latin "lenis" (soft, gentle) or potentially from Greek roots, meaning "soft" or "tender." The name may also be connected to Provençal or Romance language traditions where similar forms appear.
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Etymology
Lerena derives from Latin "lenis" (soft, gentle) or potentially from Greek roots, meaning "soft" or "tender." The name may also be connected to Provençal or Romance language traditions where similar forms appear.
The name is primarily used in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking cultures, with historical usage in medieval Iberia, though it remains relatively uncommon and lacks major historical figures of widespread renown.
Lerena currently ranks #6,138 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1953.
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