Siesta
Pronunciation: [ s-ee-EHST-uh ]
Siesta is a girl baby name. Ranked #64,427 in the US, popular nicknames include Sie, Siy, and Siesie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Siesta first appeared in US Social Security records in 1957.
Over 5 babies have been named Siesta in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Siesta is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #64,427 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #64,427
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Siesta
Siesta is a girl name .
Siesta is currently ranked #64,427 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Siesta include Sie, Siy, Siesie, and Siesy. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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