UK girl's name
Siona
A modern name of unknown origin, possibly from the Siona Native American tribe.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Siona is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Siona popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5891, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1997, with 7 births.
This profile covers 73 England and Wales registrations across 20 recorded years from 1996 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 43% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 73 living people in the UK are called Siona. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Siona ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1997, when 7 girls were registered as Siona.
- • About 73 living people in the UK are estimated to have Siona as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5891
2024
Births in 2024
3
Latest year
Peak year
1997
7 births
Estimated living
73
2026
Meaning
What does Siona mean?
The name Siona is believed to have its origins in the Sanskrit language, which is an ancient Indo-Aryan language of South Asia. It is thought to be derived from the Sanskrit word "siona," which means "streaked" or "striped." This suggests that the name may have initially been used to describe someone with a distinctive physical appearance, perhaps with streaks or stripes in their hair or complexion.
In ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, there are references to the name Siona, often associated with celestial beings or deities. One notable example is the Siona Upanishad, which is a minor Upanishad (a philosophical-religious text) that discusses the nature of the soul and its relationship with the divine.
The earliest recorded use of the name Siona can be traced back to ancient India, where it was predominantly used by Hindu communities. However, it is also believed to have been adopted and used by other cultures and ethnic groups within the Indian subcontinent.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Siona. One of the earliest recorded individuals with this name was Siona Dharmaputra, a renowned Indian philosopher and scholar who lived in the 5th century CE. Another notable figure was Siona Devi, a revered Hindu mystic and spiritual leader who lived in the 16th century and was known for her devotional poetry.
In more recent times, Siona Benjamin, an Indian-American artist born in 1965, has gained recognition for her unique style of painting that combines elements of Indian mythology and contemporary themes. Siona Henare, a New Zealand politician and activist of Māori descent, born in 1966, has also been a prominent figure in advocating for indigenous rights and environmental issues.
Additionally, Siona O'Connell, an Irish actress born in 1972, has appeared in several television shows and films, including "Fair City" and "The Tudors." These examples demonstrate the diverse cultural backgrounds and professions of individuals who have carried the name Siona throughout history.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Siona over time
The chart below shows babies named Siona registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Siona, the clearest high point is 1997. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 7 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Siona by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Siona was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #5749 | 9 | 3 |
| 2010s | #5353 | 24 | 7 |
| 2000s | #4283 | 24 | 6 |
| 1990s | #3424 | 16 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Siona
- Sophie 103,803
- Sophia 46,936
- Scarlett 34,261
- Sienna 32,418
- Sofia 29,136
- Sarah 27,961
- Shannon 25,510
- Summer 24,167
- Sara 14,205
- Skye 13,654
- Samantha 12,697
- Stephanie 9,309
FAQ
Siona: questions and answers
How popular is the name Siona in the UK right now?
In 2024, Siona was ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Siona most popular?
The peak year on record was 1997, with 7 babies registered as Siona in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Siona?
A modern name of unknown origin, possibly from the Siona Native American tribe.
How many people are called Siona in the UK?
A total of 73 babies have been registered as Siona across the 20 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.