Meaning and Origin
What does the name Xena mean? Keep reading to find the user submitted meanings, dictionary definitions, and more.
Origin and Meaning of Xena
User Submitted Origins
Greek
67%
English
20%
Mexican
7%
Hebrew
7%
User Submitted Meanings
- According to a user from Illinois, U.S., the name Xena is of Mexican origin and means "Powerful".
- A user from Philippines says the name Xena means "Planet".
International Interest
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Wiktionary
Possibly a variant of Xenia, from Latin Xenia, from Ancient Greek ξενία (xenía, “hospitable”), the assumed name of a fifth-century saint venerated in the Eastern Orthodox Church, from ξένος (xénos, “stranger, guest”).
- A female given name from Ancient Greek of modern usage.
The lead character in the television series Xena: Warrior Princess (1995–2001) was the inspiration for the dwarf planet's nickname and for comparisons to the character.
- (astronomy, obsolete, informal) Eris (dwarf planet)
- A tough, physical, confident woman.