Modestine Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmo-DES-teen / /mɒˈdɛstiːn/Latin; French
Meaning
Latin: modest; French: humble
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Modestine is derived from the Latin word 'modestus', which means moderate or humble. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in French-speaking regions. The name reflects virtues of humility and moderation, which have been valued in many societies throughout history.
Similar Names
Variants
- Modestina
- Modesta
International Variants
- Modestine (French)
Famous people named Modestine
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Modestine was first seen in the United States in 1918. Modestine has ranked as high as #1052 nationally, which occurred in 1954, and has been most popular in South Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Modestine has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Modestine (1955)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| SC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1918 | 6 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1923 | 9 |
| 1924 | 9 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1931 | 10 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1935 | 8 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1943 | 9 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1948 | 11 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1954 | 12 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1962 | 5 |