"victory (short for Sigrid)"
Origin: Norse
Language: English
Sia
Girl Name
#1,269 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
2 Syllables
Short, powerful, musical — Sia sounds like a hit
Scandinavian
Australian
International
Modern
Minimalist
Bold
Unique
Meaning & Origin
"moon"
Origin: African/Mende
Language: English
Things to Know About This Name
- Strongly associated with the Australian singer Sia — the name is essentially synonymous with one celebrity
The Story of Sia
Sia has multiple possible origins: as a short form of names like Sigrid or Sigrid in Scandinavian tradition, meaning 'victory' or 'beautiful victory'; as a standalone name in West African traditions (particularly among the Mende people of Sierra Leone); and as a name meaning 'moon' in some interpretations. Today, the name is primarily known as the stage name of Australian singer Sia Furler, born Sia Kate Isobelle Furler, who chose it as a shortened, powerful stage presence.
Sia the name existed before the singer, but it was the global success of Australian artist Sia — particularly her hit albums 1000 Forms of Fear (2014) and This Is Acting (2016) — that brought the name to parents' attention worldwide. Songs like 'Chandelier,' 'Cheap Thrills,' and 'Elastic Heart' made Sia a household name, naturally increasing interest in the name itself.
In West African cultures, particularly among the Mende people, Sia is a traditional name for girls. In Scandinavia, it functions as a nickname. As a stand-alone modern name, Sia feels global and borderless — short, strong, and musical.
Fun Facts
- Sia Furler is known for performing with her face hidden by a large bow wig to maintain artistic anonymity
- Sia co-wrote 'Diamonds' for Rihanna and 'Pretty Hurts' for Beyoncé before her own superstardom
- The name Sia appears in the mythology of multiple cultures independently, suggesting universal appeal
Sia in Other Languages
Mende
Sia
Korean
시아
Japanese
シア
Scandinavian
Sia
Famous People Named Sia
S
Sia Furler
Musician
1975
Australian singer-songwriter known for Chandelier, Cheap Thrills, and her signature bow wig mystique
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,269
- Total SSA Count
- 183
- Cultural Origins
- Scandinavian Australian International
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Pairs Well With
Sia Grace
Sia Rose
Sia Mae
Sia Luna
Sia Violet
Sia Claire
Sia Jade
Sibling Names
Also a Boy Name
Sia is also used as a boy name, ranked #34852.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sia
What does the name Sia mean?
"victory (short for Sigrid)" (from Norse). "moon" (from African/Mende). Sia has multiple possible origins: as a short form of names like Sigrid or Sigrid in Scandinavian tradition, meaning 'victory' or 'beautiful victory'; as a standalone name in West African traditions (particularly among the Mende people of Sierra Leone); and as a name meaning 'moon' in some interpretations. Today, the name is primarily known as the stage name of Australian singer Sia Furler, born Sia Kate Isobelle Furler, who chose it as a shortened, powerful stage presence.
What is the origin of the name Sia?
Sia has Norse, African/Mende, Scandinavian, Australian, and International origins. In Norse, it means "victory (short for Sigrid)". In African/Mende, it means "moon".
Is Sia a boy or girl name?
Sia is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1269. As a boy name, it is ranked #34852. Sia is more commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Sia?
Sia is currently ranked #1269 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Sia?
Popular middle name pairings include Sia Grace, Sia Rose, Sia Mae, Sia Luna, Sia Violet, Sia Claire, and Sia Jade.
What are good sibling names for Sia?
Names that pair well with Sia as siblings include Mia, Gia, Kai, Noa, Luca, Zara, and Ava.
How many syllables does Sia have?
Sia has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Sia a common or rare name?
Sia is an uncommon name, ranked #1269 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Sia
Sia is a girl name with Scandinavian, Australian, and International origins . The name means "victory (short for Sigrid)" in Norse .
Is Sia a boy or girl name? Sia is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,269 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #34,852. Sia is more commonly used as a girl name.
Sia is currently ranked #1,269 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Sia has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Sia include Siara, Sianni, Sianna, Siana, Siani . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.