Siani
A diminutive feminine form of "Cynthia", of Greek origin meaning "moon goddess".
Name Census estimates that about 1,104 living Americans carry the first name Siani. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Siani today is around 22 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Siani births was 1998 (88 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Siani. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
1.1K
~ 1 in 310,466 Americans
Peak year
1998
88 babies that year
Average age
22
years old
2024 SSA rank
#4,441
Tracked since 1991
Popularity
Siani: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Siani from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 420 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Siani by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Siani during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Sianis live
The SSA's state-level files cover 6 states and territories. Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Texas recorded the most babies named Siani, while Georgia, Florida, Delaware recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 127 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Siani
The name Siani is believed to have originated from the ancient Italian language, with roots dating back to the Roman era. It is derived from the Latin word "Sianum," which referred to a small town located in the region of Campania, Italy. This town was known for its picturesque scenery and fertile lands, surrounded by rolling hills and vineyards.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Siani can be found in a Roman inscription from the 2nd century AD, where it was used as a family name. However, over time, it transitioned into a given name, particularly popular among Italian families.
During the Middle Ages, the name Siani gained widespread recognition and was often associated with individuals of noble descent or those with a strong connection to the land and agricultural traditions. It was not uncommon for landowners and vineyard proprietors to bear this name, reflecting their ties to the fertile regions of Italy.
Throughout history, several notable figures have carried the name Siani. One example is Siani Guicciardini (1521-1589), an Italian historian and statesman from Florence, renowned for his work "The History of Italy." Another prominent individual was Siani Della Robbia (1498-1567), a renowned Italian sculptor and ceramist from the famous Della Robbia family of artists.
In the 16th century, Siani Gentileschi (1592-1652), an accomplished Italian Baroque painter, made significant contributions to the art world. Her works, including powerful depictions of biblical and mythological scenes, have been celebrated for their skillful use of light and dramatic compositions.
Moving forward to the 19th century, Siani Puccini (1858-1924), an Italian composer and librettist, left an indelible mark on the world of opera. He is best known for his collaborations with the renowned composer Giacomo Puccini, contributing librettos for several of his operas, including "La Bohème" and "Tosca."
Another notable figure bearing the name Siani was Siani Pertile (1888-1953), an Italian opera singer and tenor. He gained international acclaim for his performances in the operas of Verdi, Puccini, and other Italian composers, captivating audiences with his powerful voice and emotional depth.
While the name Siani has its roots in ancient Italy, it has transcended geographical boundaries and continues to be used across various cultures and regions, carrying with it a rich historical legacy and a connection to the land and artistic traditions of its origins.
People
Siani + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Siani as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with S
Other first names starting with S with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Siani: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Siani?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1,104 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Siani going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 310,466 US residents.
Is Siani a common name?
We classify Siani as "Rare". It ranks above 90.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,125 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Siani most popular?
The single biggest year for Siani was 1998, when 88 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Siani is about 22 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Siani a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Siani in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.