Ethan Hawkins

By Ethan Hawkins
Naming Trends Analyst

Updated on September 03, 2024

Nevena

US Popularity Rank: 19606

Origin: Slavic

Meaning: Marigold

Bright and cheerful, there is no doubt that baby Nevena fills the room with their sunny disposition. Derived from the South Slavic heвeн (neven), Nevena means "marigold." Widely used in Bulgaria, Croatia, Macedonia, Serbia, and Slovenia, Nevena adds a glimmer of gold to everything it touches. The marigold that has inspired this name has been a celebrated garden bloom since ancient times, dating back to Aztec society. These joyful florals often decorate altars and graves as offerings to loved ones in Mexico's Día de los Muertos. We are sure your little Nevena will be the most precious bloom in your garden, gifting you with a happy presence with each moment spent in their company.

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