Holding steady.
Popularity of Modene since 1915
Babies named Modene per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 50 |
| 1920s | 99 |
| 1930s | 61 |
| 1940s | 7 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Modene is a rare and enigmatic name that briefly appeared in the United States during the early 20th century. First recorded in 1915, it reached its highest popularity in 1923, yet even then it never entered the top 1000 names. The name's trajectory has remained stable at near-zero usage since the 1920s, with no recorded births in recent decades. Its origins are debated, possibly an elaboration of the word 'mode' or an Americanized form of the Italian city Modena. Lacking a clear etymology or widespread use, Modene remains a curiosity for those drawn to unusual early-20th-century coinages.
Modene is a rare given name that first appeared in the United States in the early 20th century, peaking in use around 1923. Its derivation is obscure; it may be a feminine form of the word 'mode' (from Latin modus, 'measure, manner') or an Anglicized respelling of the Italian city name Modena. It has never been common and saw only sporadic use in the 1920s and 1930s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Modi, Dene
Variants: Modena
Sibling names for Modene
Names that share Modene's style, for a brother or sister.
