Sister

Pronunciation: [ s-IHST-er ]

Sister is a girl baby name. Ranked #71,370 in the US, popular nicknames include Sis, Siy, and Sisie.

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Girl Name #71,370 Most Popular Hidden Gem 6 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Sister is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced s-IHST-er.

Parents who love the name Sister often also consider Alla, Nanna, Alvira .

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Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#71,370
Total SSA Count
5

Nicknames

Sis Siy Sisie Sistie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sister

Is Sister a boy or girl name?
Sister is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Sister?
Sister is pronounced s-IHST-er.
How popular is the name Sister?
Sister is currently ranked #71370 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Sister?
Common nicknames for Sister include Sis, Siy, Sisie, and Sistie.
Is Sister a common or rare name?
Sister is an uncommon name, ranked #71370 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Sister?
Sister pairs well with Alla, Nanna, Alvira, Narcissa in style and sound.

About the Name Sister

Sister is a girl name .

Sister is currently ranked #71,370 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Sister include Sis, Siy, Sisie, and Sistie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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