Will my child share the name Xenia with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 16 UK babies named Xenia per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Xenia in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Xenia becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Xenia is rising: up 130 places since 2020, to #1,809 in 2025. Its best recorded position was #1,234 in 1997.

Is Xenia a good choice for a distinctive name?

Xenia is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Xenia a popular baby name in the United States?

Xenia does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Xenia is a distinctive choice, ranked #1809 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Xenia in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Xenia

Xenia has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 636 places in five years. It was most popular in 1997 at #1234 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Xenia is uncommon in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Xenia in their class.