Behind The Name: Sienna- The Name With Italian Flavour

Sienna is a striking, beautiful name for any little girl. It sparks a Mediterranean feel and for a good reason. 

The name is not one commonly heard, but it has gained popularity all over the globe. Its rich history and European roots make it a strong contender for any parent looking for a unique name.

And now that Princess Beatrice and her husband Edouardo have given their daughter the exquisite moniker, we expect it will get even more popular!

Stars like Ciara, Kevin James, Adriana Lima, Millie Macintosh and Ellen Pompeo all chose Sienna as the name for their daughters. So, let’s learn more about it and go behind the name.

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Meaning and Origins Sienna means an orange-red colour and comes from the historic Italian city of Siena. The definition of the name is taken from the burnt orange clay rooftops seen around the town.

Siena sits in the centre of the famous Tuscany region and was declared a world heritage site.

Popularity  The moniker has popped up on many baby name lists around the world. In Australia and England, the name is rate at number 24 in the top 100.

It sits at number 52 in Scotland and 71 in New Zealand. For Irish babies, Sienna is currently number 81 with 73 births in 2019 given the name.

It first appeared in the registry in 2002 and has slowly gained popularity. We will have to wait and see what the results of 2020 hold for the name.

Variations For those who wish to name their little one directly after Italy’s famous city, the name can be spelled  Siena. There are also unique variations of the name.

One way is Sienah. Alternatively, the ‘s’ at the start of the name can be swapped for a ‘c’.

Famous Siennas

• Sienna Miller- Actress
• Sienna Guillory- Actress

Fictional Siennas

• Sienna Blake- Hollyoaks

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