What does Seren mean?
The modern Welsh word for 'star', a popular girls' name in Wales. (A separate Turkish surname Seren is unrelated.)
What does Eira mean?
Eira is the Welsh word for “snow.”
Seren vs Eira
Which is more popular?
Eira is more popular than Seren today: about 116 US babies were given the name Eira in 2025, compared with 50 named Seren.
| Seren | Eira | |
|---|---|---|
| Meaning | Star | Snow |
| Origin | welsh | Welsh |
| Gender | Girl | Girl |
| Pronunciation | SEH-ren | AY-rah |
| Syllables | 2 | 2 |
| First appeared | 1981 | 1979 |
| Peak year | 2016 (62) | 2025 (116) |
| In 2025 | 50 | 116 |
| Trend | Steady | Near its peak |
Popularity over time, 1880–2025
Seren
Eira
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Births by decade
| Decade | Seren | Eira |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 214 | 474 |
| 2010s | 471 | 321 |
| 2000s | 255 | 51 |
| 1990s | 62 | 11 |
| 1980s | 24 | 16 |
| 1970s | 0 | 5 |
Frequently asked questions
Is Seren or Eira more popular?
Eira is more popular than Seren today: about 116 US babies were given the name Eira in 2025, compared with 50 named Seren.
What is the difference between Seren and Eira?
Seren means Star (welsh origin), while Eira means Snow (Welsh origin).
Which name is older, Seren or Eira?
In US records, Seren first appears in 1981 and Eira in 1979, so Eira has the longer recorded history.