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Siennah

see-EN-uh · Modern variant of Sienna, likely derived from the Italian city Siena, but sometimes associated with the reddish-brown color sienna.

2025 rank (girls)
#8,860
Babies named in 2025
11
Peak popularity
2007
2025 frequency
1 in 146,115 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady, #8,860 for girls today.

Popularity of Siennah since 2003

Babies named Siennah per year in U.S. Social Security records.

5111620102020Most births 2007Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2000s38
2010s59
2020s32

Meaning & origin

Siennah is a modern respelling of Sienna, a name that caught on in the United States in the early 2000s. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 2003 and saw its peak usage in 2007. Since then, its popularity has remained stable, ranking around 8860 in 2025. The variant spelling with an 'h' adds a distinctive touch while keeping the familiar sound of the original. Siennah has not been concentrated in any particular state, appearing broadly across the country. For parents seeking a name that feels contemporary but grounded in a place name with earthy associations, Siennah offers a stylish alternative to the more common Sienna.

Siennah is a respelled variant of Sienna, a name that rose in popularity in the English-speaking world in the late 20th century. Sienna itself is taken from the Italian city Siena, known for its terracotta-colored buildings. The spelling with an 'h' is a modern feminizing flourish, common in contemporary English coinages.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Sia, Si, Sien

Variants: Sienna, Siena

Sibling names for Siennah

Names that share Siennah's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Aria, Isla, Layla, Mila, Zara

Brothers: Kai, Leo, Luca, Milo, Noah

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Siennah mean?
Siennah is a modern variant of Sienna, which is derived from the Italian city of Siena. It is not a traditional name with a specific meaning, but it is often associated with the reddish-brown color sienna.
How popular is the name Siennah?
As of 2025, Siennah ranked 8860 in the United States, with about 1 in 146,115 girls given that name. It peaked in popularity in 2007.
Is Siennah a girl name or a boy name?
Siennah is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.