Sister
Pronunciation: [ s-IHST-er ]
Sister is a girl baby name. Ranked #71,370 in the US, popular nicknames include Sis, Siy, and Sisie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #71,370
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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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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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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