Sienna Name Meaning

Helen Doanna

By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: The name Sienna evokes images of warmth and earthiness, thanks to its color origins.

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A Deep Dive

Sienna Overview

Meaning

Orange-red

Gender

Girl

Origin

Italian

Etymology

Derived from the Italian city Siena, known for its distinctive reddish-brown clay.

Pronunciation

/siˈɛnə/

Popularity

Sienna is a favored name in many English-speaking countries, especially the UK and Australia. In the USA, it ranked within the top 150 names for girls in 2023.

Syllable

2 syllables

Length

6 letters

Numerology

8 (Practical, Ambitious, Materialistic)

Name Styles

Modern, Nature-inspired, Aesthetic

Associated Traits

Graceful, warm, artistic, vibrant

Spiritual, Religious, or Cultural Significance

Often linked to earthiness and natural beauty, inspired by the color sienna.

Name Day

November 25 (Italian)
A Deep Dive

Sienna Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Siena, Syenna, Cienna, Syenna, Sian

Common Nicknames

Nena, Sisi, Senna, Sissy, Senny, Sisi-Bee, Sia-Sia

Diminutives

Si, Enna, Sia, Ennie, Si-Si

Famous People

  • Sienna Miller
    (British-American Actress)
  • Sienna Guillory
    (British Actress)
  • Sienna Blake
    (British Soap Character)
  • Sienna Mae Gomez
    (American TikTok Star)
  • Sienna West
    (American Adult Film Actress)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Sienna Brooks
    ("Inferno," Novel)
  • "Sienna's Wish"
    (Film)
  • Sienna Guillory
    ("Resident Evil" Film Series, 2004-2012)
  • Sienna Blake
    ("Hollyoaks," 1995 TV Series)

Places

  • Sienna Plantation
    (Texas, USA)
  • Sienna Village of Anderson Springs
    (Texas, USA)

What Is the Meaning of Sienna?

Sienna – This name is like a warm hug! It means “reddish-brown” or “from Siena” (a beautiful Italian city). People named Sienna often have a warm personality and a creative streak.

What Is the Origin of The Name Sienna?

The name Sienna has Italian origins, derived from the city of Siena in Italy, known for its distinctive reddish-brown clay.

Sienna Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Sienna in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#1502021#1362022#1402023
Top 3 Rankings#1362022#1402023#1502021

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Sienna

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023140
(-4 from 2022)
1989
(-119 from 2022)
0.11371
2022136
(+14 from 2021)
2108
(+230 from 2021)
0.11756
2021150
(+16 from 2020)
1878
(+157 from 2020)
0.10482
2020166
(+15 from 2019)
1721
(+96 from 2019)
0.09736
2019181
(+5 from 2018)
1625
(+32 from 2018)
0.08856
2018186
(+36 from 2017)
1593
(+190 from 2017)
0.08566
2017222
(+13 from 2016)
1403
(+30 from 2016)
0.07427
2016235
(-6 from 2015)
1373
(-68 from 2015)
0.07092
2015229
(+31 from 2014)
1441
(+176 from 2014)
0.07386
2014260
(+5 from 2013)
1265
(+42 from 2013)
0.06466
2013265
(-23 from 2012)
1223
(-102 from 2012)
0.06344
2012242
(-16 from 2011)
1325
(-79 from 2011)
0.06832
2011226
(-16 from 2010)
1404
(-74 from 2010)
0.07246
2010210
(-13 from 2009)
1478
(-195 from 2009)
0.07538
2009197
(-18 from 2008)
1673
(-187 from 2008)
0.08261
2008179
(-9 from 2007)
1860
(-216 from 2007)
0.08930
2007170
(+7 from 2006)
2076
(+88 from 2006)
0.09809
2006177
(+122 from 2005)
1988
(+912 from 2005)
0.09510
2005299
(+309 from 2004)
1076
(+623 from 2004)
0.05302
2004608
(+32 from 2003)
453
(+38 from 2003)
0.02245
2003640
(+20 from 2002)
415
(+30 from 2002)
0.02068
2002660
(+47 from 2001)
385
(+35 from 2001)
0.01949
2001707
(-87 from 2000)
350
(-59 from 2000)
0.01767
2000620
(-30 from 1999)
409
(-6 from 1999)
0.02049
1999590
(-61 from 1998)
415
(-62 from 1998)
0.02132
1998529
(+122 from 1997)
477
(+138 from 1997)
0.02461
1997651
(+162 from 1996)
339
(+89 from 1996)
0.01776
1996813
(+157 from 1995)
250
(+56 from 1995)
0.01304
1995970
(+254 from 1994)
194
(+51 from 1994)
0.01010
19941224
(+314 from 1993)
143
(+42 from 1993)
0.00734
19931538
(+92 from 1992)
101
(+8 from 1992)
0.00512
19921630
(-2 from 1991)
93
(+1 from 1991)
0.00464
19911628
(+895 from 1990)
92
(+45 from 1990)
0.00452
19902523
(+463 from 1989)
47
(+11 from 1989)
0.00229
19892986
(-242 from 1988)
36
(-2 from 1988)
0.00181
19882744
(-87 from 1987)
38
(+1 from 1987)
0.00198
19872657
(+988 from 1986)
37
(+14 from 1986)
0.00197
19863645
(-1206 from 1985)
23
(-17 from 1985)
0.00125
19852439
(+413 from 1984)
40
(+9 from 1984)
0.00217
19842852
(+488 from 1983)
31
(+7 from 1983)
0.00172
19833340
(+3 from 1982)
24
(-1 from 1982)
0.00134
19823343
(+282 from 1981)
25
(+3 from 1981)
0.00138
19813625
(-623 from 1980)
22
(-7 from 1980)
0.00123
19803002
(+1227 from 1979)
29
(+12 from 1979)
0.00163
19794229
(-304 from 1978)
17
(-1 from 1978)
0.00099
19783925
(-1016 from 1977)
18
(-9 from 1977)
0.00109
19772909
(+499 from 1976)
27
(+7 from 1976)
0.00164
19763408
(+2575 from 1975)
20
(+11 from 1975)
0.00127
19755983
(+2310 from 1972)
9
(+4 from 1972)
0.00058
19740
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19730
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19728293
(-906 from 1971)
5
(-1 from 1971)
0.00031
19717387
(+84 from 1969)
6
(+1 from 1969)
0.00034
19700
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19697471
(-456 from 1968)
5
No change from 1968
0.00028
19687015
(-1319 from 1960)
5
(-1 from 1960)
0.00029
19670
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19660
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19650
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19640
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19630
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19620
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19610
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19605696
First SSA data recorded
6
First SSA data recorded
0.00029
19590
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19580
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19570
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19560
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0
No SSA data
0.0000
19550
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0
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0.0000
19540
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0
No SSA data
0.0000
19530
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0
No SSA data
0.0000
19520
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19510
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19500
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19490
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0
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0.0000
19480
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0
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0.0000
19470
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0
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0.0000
19460
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0
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0.0000
19450
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0.0000
19440
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0
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0.0000
19430
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0
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0.0000
19420
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0
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0.0000
19410
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0
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0.0000
19400
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0
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0.0000
19390
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0
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0.0000
19380
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0
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0.0000
19370
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0.0000
19360
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0.0000
19350
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0.0000
19340
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0.0000
19330
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0.0000
19320
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0
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0.0000
19310
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19300
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19290
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19280
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19270
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19260
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19250
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19240
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19230
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19220
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19210
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19200
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19190
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19180
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19170
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19160
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19150
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19140
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19130
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19120
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19110
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19100
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19090
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19080
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19070
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19060
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0
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19050
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0
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0.0000
19040
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0
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0.0000
19030
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19020
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0
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0.0000
19010
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19000
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
18990
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0.0000
18980
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0
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0.0000
18970
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0
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0.0000
18960
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0.0000
18950
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0.0000
18940
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0
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0.0000
18930
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0
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18920
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0.0000
18910
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0.0000
18900
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
18890
No SSA data
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0.0000
18880
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
18870
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0
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0.0000
18860
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No SSA data
0.0000
18850
No SSA data
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0.0000
18840
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18830
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18820
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0.0000
18810
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0
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0.0000
18800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Sienna

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#1062021#982022#962023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#852021#682022#732023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#2602021#2132022#2022023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#1112021#962022#862023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#892021#832022#972023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#502021#512022#492023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#1502021#1002022#1232023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#1222021#1232022#1292023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#2392021#1552022#1922023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#1392021#1912022#1552023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#1062021#1122022#992023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#1542021#1392022#2112023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#1582021#1502022#1082023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#2592021#1622022#1552023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#1722021#1582022#1722023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#1912021#1392022#1642023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#2632021#1722022#2892023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#2272021#2082022#1922023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#3942021#3192022#2852023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#722021#552022#632023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#1602021#1352022#2082023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#3462021#1932022#2352023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#2182021#1512022#1932023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#3702021#2652022#2982023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#2342021#2792022#1502023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#3672021#2822022#3782023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#1782021#2362022#2692023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#1172021#672022#1012023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#2842021#2862022#1812023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#2122021#2052022#2082023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#2192021#3472022#1872023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#2362021#3062022#3182023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#2422021#2092022#4682023

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#1202018#2562019#1422023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#8282021#4662022#4212023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#3602021#5612022#3502023

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#1572021#1512022#1672023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#4792021#4752022#4012023

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#2322021#2332022#1332023

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#1642021#1332022#1022023

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#2552021#1392022#2302023

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#2532019#2632022#2262023

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#1642020#1652021#632023

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#2162016#1482019#952022

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#2252020#872021#1062023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#3992020#4272021#4822022

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#3212020#3742021#2632022

Wyoming (WY)

Wyoming (WY) flagWyoming (WY)#1322009#1372013#962020

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#5082007#6742008#4512022

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#2352006#2122018#1512023

Vermont (VT)

Vermont (VT) flagVermont (VT)#662011#1222014

Popularity Rankings for Sienna in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Australia (NSW)

Australia (NSW) flagAustralia (NSW)#112021#92022#182023

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#242019#222020#162021

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#352021#282022#532023

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#362021#342022#472023

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#572021#442022#562023

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#492021#522022#492023

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#662021#642022#722023

Popularity in Norway

Norway flagNorway#1322021#1442022#1262023

Popularity in Switzerland

Switzerland flagSwitzerland#1722020#1512021#1452022

Popularity in Belgium

Belgium flagBelgium#1482018#1672021#1532022

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#2572020#2182021#3272022

Popularity in Sweden

Sweden flagSweden#3092022#3512023

Popularity in Poland

Poland flagPoland#5742018#3972021#3452023

Popularity in Germany

Germany flagGermany#3682012#4502014#4712019

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Sienna a Name for Boys or Girls?

Sienna is widely recognized as a girl’s name. The name’s rich cultural roots and lovely pronunciation make it a favored choice for girls.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Sienna

  • Siena
  • Syenna
  • Cienna
  • Syenna
  • Sian
  • Nena
  • Sisi
  • Senna
  • Sissy
  • Senny
  • Sisi-Bee
  • Sia-Sia
  • Si
  • Enna
  • Sia
  • Ennie
  • Si-Si
  • Seraphine
  • Calista
  • Zephyr
  • Indigo
  • Maris
  • Aveline
  • Sonnet

Sienna in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Sienna Miller (Actress, born 1981): A British-American actress known for her roles in films like "Factory Girl" and "American Sniper."
  • Sienna Guillory (Actress, born 1975): A British actress best known for her role as Jill Valentine in the "Resident Evil" film series.
  • Sienna Mae Gomez (TikTok Star, born 2004): An American social media personality and dancer known for her body positivity content on TikTok.
  • Sienna West (Adult Film Actress, born 1977): An American adult film actress known for her work in the adult entertainment industry.
  • Sienna Bryant (Author, 1925–1998): An American author known for her historical fiction novels that gained critical acclaim posthumously.
  • Sienna Brooks ("Inferno," 2013 Novel by Dan Brown): A doctor who helps the protagonist, Robert Langdon, uncover a global conspiracy.
  • "Sienna's Wish" (2020 Film): A heartwarming family movie about a young girl who makes a wish that changes her life and the lives of those around her.
  • Sienna Guillory (Actress, "Resident Evil" Film Series, 2004-2012): Played the role of Jill Valentine, a key character in the video game-based action horror series.
  • Sienna Blake ("Hollyoaks," 1995 TV Series): A complex character involved in numerous dramatic storylines in this long-running British soap opera.
  • Sienna Miller (Actress, "Factory Girl," 2006 Film): Played the role of Edie Sedgwick, a socialite and actress in the 1960s.
  • "Sienna's Song" (2018 Novel): A touching romance novel about a woman discovering her true self through music and love.
  • "Sienna and the Secret Garden" (2017 Children's Book): A magical story about a young girl who discovers a hidden garden with secrets that change her life.
  • Sienna Lane ("The Perfect Game," 2013 Novel by J. Sterling): A romance novel about a young woman navigating the ups and downs of a relationship with a professional baseball player.
  • "Sienna's Dreams" (2021 Music Album): A collection of dreamy, ethereal songs by an up-and-coming artist, exploring themes of love and self-discovery.
  • "Sienna's Adventures" (2019 Animated TV Series): An animated series following the adventures of a curious and brave young girl in a fantastical world.
  • Sienna Plantation (Texas, USA): A master-planned community in the Greater Houston area.
  • Sienna Village of Anderson Springs (Texas, USA): A residential neighborhood in the Sienna Plantation community.
  • Sienna Ridge Park (California, USA): A community park in El Dorado Hills offering recreational facilities and open spaces.
  • Sienna Pointe Apartments (Georgia, USA): An apartment complex in Lawrenceville.
  • Sienna Hills (Utah, USA): A residential area in Washington City with scenic views and outdoor amenities.
  • Sienna Lake (Ontario, Canada): A small lake located in the Haliburton Highlands region.
  • Sienna Park Greenbelt (Colorado, USA): An open space and trail area in Boulder.

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