Sienna Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSEE-eh-nah / siˈɛnəItalian; Latin
Meaning
Italian: reddish; Latin: sienna (a reddish-brown color)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Sienna is derived from the Italian city of Siena, known for its medieval architecture and vibrant culture. The term 'sienna' also refers to a natural earth pigment used in art, which has a reddish-brown color. The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the late 20th century, often associated with the warm, earthy tones of the pigment.
Trend Summary
Sienna has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States since the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Siennah
International Variants
- Siena (Italian)
- Sien (Dutch)
Famous people named Sienna
Sienna Miller is a British-American actress known for her roles in films such as 'Layer Cake' and 'American Sniper'.
Sienna Guillory is an English actress recognized for her performances in the 'Resident Evil' film series.
Fictional characters named Sienna
Sienna is a character in the video game 'Need for Speed: Heat', known for her role as a street racer.
Sienna is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', where she appears as a classmate of Gumball.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sienna was first seen in the United States in 1960. Sienna has ranked as high as #300 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Sienna has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sienna (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 257 | |
| TX | 196 | |
| NY | 167 | |
| FL | 166 | |
| PA | 129 | |
| NJ | 116 | |
| IL | 100 | |
| OH | 69 | |
| AZ | 52 | |
| MA | 52 | |
| GA | 51 | |
| CT | 47 | |
| WA | 45 | |
| VA | 44 | |
| NC | 43 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1976 | 20 |
| 1977 | 27 |
| 1978 | 18 |
| 1979 | 17 |
| 1980 | 29 |
| 1981 | 22 |
| 1982 | 25 |
| 1983 | 24 |
| 1984 | 31 |
| 1985 | 40 |
| 1986 | 23 |
| 1987 | 37 |
| 1988 | 38 |
| 1989 | 36 |
| 1990 | 47 |
| 1991 | 92 |
| 1992 | 93 |
| 1993 | 101 |
| 1994 | 143 |
| 1995 | 194 |
| 1996 | 250 |
| 1997 | 339 |
| 1998 | 477 |
| 1999 | 415 |
| 2000 | 409 |
| 2001 | 350 |
| 2002 | 385 |
| 2003 | 415 |
| 2004 | 453 |
| 2005 | 1,076 |
| 2006 | 1,988 |
| 2007 | 2,076 |
| 2008 | 1,860 |
| 2009 | 1,673 |
| 2010 | 1,478 |
| 2011 | 1,404 |
| 2012 | 1,325 |
| 2013 | 1,223 |
| 2014 | 1,265 |
| 2015 | 1,442 |
| 2016 | 1,374 |
| 2017 | 1,405 |
| 2018 | 1,593 |
| 2019 | 1,625 |
| 2020 | 1,722 |
| 2021 | 1,879 |
| 2022 | 2,109 |
| 2023 | 1,991 |
| 2024 | 2,113 |