Holding steady.
Popularity of Dionisia since 1916
Babies named Dionisia per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1974, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Dionisia's real moment was 1926.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 6 |
| 1920s | 48 |
| 1930s | 10 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 11 |
| 1970s | 41 |
| 1980s | 55 |
| 1990s | 34 |
| 2000s | 23 |
| 2010s | 6 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Dionisia is a name with deep roots in Greek mythology and early Christian tradition, derived from Dionysos, the god of wine and celebration. Though it has never been widely used in the United States, its peak year was 1926, likely reflecting patterns of immigration from Catholic countries where the name found favor. In the 1920s, the name saw its highest recorded use, but it has since become rare, with a stable trajectory suggesting it is seldom chosen today. The name undergoes a revival in some families honoring heritage, but it remains an uncommon choice, offering a distinctive alternative for those seeking a name with historical and religious resonance.
Dionisia is the feminine form of the Greek name Dionysios, derived from the name of the Greek god Dionysos, the god of wine, fertility, and revelry. The name spread through early Christian veneration of several saints, including Saint Dionysius the Areopagite, though the feminine form has been less common. It has been used in various European languages, particularly in Spanish- and Italian-speaking regions, often associated with religious devotion.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dioni, Nisia, Dina
Sibling names for Dionisia
Names that share Dionisia's style, for a brother or sister.
