Sienna

Pronunciation: [ s-ee-EHN-uh ]

Girl Name #139 Most Popular Rising 3 Syllables

Italian artistry wrapped in earthy warmth

English Italian Australian

Earthy Elegant Artistic Modern

Meaning & Origin

"from the city of Siena"

Origin: Italian place name

Language: Italian

"reddish-brown earth pigment"

Origin: Italian

Language: English

"from Siena, Italy"

Origin: Latin

Language: English

The Story of Sienna

Sienna takes its name from the Italian city of Siena, whose surrounding hills provided the warm, reddish-brown earth pigment called 'burnt sienna' beloved by Renaissance painters. The pigment was shipped worldwide from Siena, eventually giving the color — and later the name — international recognition. As a given name, Sienna emerged in the English-speaking world in the 1990s, first popular in Australia before spreading globally.

The name surged dramatically in the mid-2000s following British actress Sienna Miller's rise to global fame and her highly publicized tabloid presence from 2004 onward. It has remained fashionable as parents seek names that feel both Italian-inspired and modern.

In Italy, the city of Siena is famous for the Palio di Siena horse race and its stunning Gothic architecture. The name carries artistic prestige, evoking the rich ochre palette of Renaissance masters like Raphael and Titian.

Fun Facts

Burnt sienna is one of the oldest pigments used by humans, dating back to prehistoric cave paintings
Sienna has ranked in the top 100 baby names in Australia for over two decades
The city of Siena's famous red brick gives the name its distinctive warm tone association

Sienna in Other Languages

French Sienna

German Sienna

Italian Siena

Spanish Siena

Portuguese Siena

Famous People Named Sienna

Sienna Miller

Actor

1981

British-American actress known for films including Factory Girl and American Sniper

Sienna Guillory

Actor

1975

British actress known for the Resident Evil franchise

Sienna Brookes Fictional

Other

Character in the UK soap opera Hollyoaks

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Syllables: 3
Popularity Rank: #139
Total SSA Count: 2,113
Cultural Origins: English Italian Australian
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: High

Alternative Spellings

Siena #631

Common Nicknames

Si Sisi Enna

Pairs Well With

Sienna Rose Sienna Grace Sienna Mae Sienna Pearl Sienna Faith Sienna Jane Sienna Claire

Sibling Names

Stella Luna Leo Marco Aria Finn Mila

Also a Boy Name

Sienna is also used as a boy name, ranked #32792.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sienna

What does the name Sienna mean?

"from the city of Siena" (from Italian place name). "reddish-brown earth pigment" (from Italian). "from Siena, Italy" (from Latin). Sienna takes its name from the Italian city of Siena, whose surrounding hills provided the warm, reddish-brown earth pigment called 'burnt sienna' beloved by Renaissance painters. The pigment was shipped worldwide from Siena, eventually giving the color — and later the name — international recognition. As a given name, Sienna emerged in the English-speaking world in the 1990s, first popular in Australia before spreading globally.

What is the origin of the name Sienna?

Sienna has Italian place name, Italian, Latin, English, and Australian origins. In Italian place name, it means "from the city of Siena". In Italian, it means "reddish-brown earth pigment". In Latin, it means "from Siena, Italy".

Is Sienna a boy or girl name?

Sienna is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #139. As a boy name, it is ranked #32792. Sienna is more commonly used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Sienna?

Sienna is pronounced s-ee-EHN-uh.

How popular is the name Sienna?

Sienna is currently ranked #139 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Sienna?

Common nicknames for Sienna include Si, Sisi, and Enna.

What are good middle names for Sienna?

Popular middle name pairings include Sienna Rose, Sienna Grace, Sienna Mae, Sienna Pearl, Sienna Faith, Sienna Jane, and Sienna Claire.

What are good sibling names for Sienna?

Names that pair well with Sienna as siblings include Stella, Luna, Leo, Marco, Aria, Finn, and Mila.

How many syllables does Sienna have?

Sienna has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.

Is Sienna a common or rare name?

Sienna is a popular name, ranked #139 for girls. It is well-known without being overused.

About the Name Sienna

Sienna is a girl name with English, Italian, and Australian origins . The name means "from the city of Siena" in Italian place name .

Is Sienna a boy or girl name? Sienna is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #139 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #32,792. Sienna is more commonly used as a girl name.

Sienna is currently ranked #139 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

The name Sienna has 3 syllables and is pronounced s-ee-EHN-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.

Common nicknames for Sienna include Si, Sisi, and Enna. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Sienna include Siena . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.