Holding steady.
Popularity of Sisto since 1918
Babies named Sisto per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 15 |
| 1920s | 85 |
| 1930s | 75 |
| 1940s | 63 |
| 1950s | 57 |
| 1960s | 44 |
| 1970s | 28 |
| 1980s | 10 |
| 1990s | 16 |
| 2000s | 13 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Sisto is a rare Italian name with roots in Latin. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1918, but never cracked the top 1,000. Its peak year was 1935, but even then it was uncommon. The name has remained stable in usage over the decades, never experiencing a significant surge or decline. As a variant of Sixtus, it shares a connection with early Christian history and papal tradition. Sisto is primarily used in Italian-speaking communities and is virtually unknown outside of them. Its obscurity gives it a distinctive, old-world feel for parents seeking a unique name with European heritage.
Sisto is an Italian given name, likely derived from the Latin name Sixtus, which itself comes from the Latin word 'sextus' meaning 'sixth'. The name Sixtus was borne by several popes, and Sisto is the Italian vernacular form. It has been used in Italy for centuries, though it has never been common.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Sixtus, Sistus
Sibling names for Sisto
Names that share Sisto's style, for a brother or sister.
