UK girl's name
Siyona
A feminine variant of the Hebrew name Shion meaning "gift from God".
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.
Siyona is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Siyona 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 2012, with 10 births.
This profile covers 78 England and Wales registrations across 13 recorded years from 2006 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 30% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 78 living people in the UK are called Siyona. 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
- • Siyona ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2012, when 10 girls were registered as Siyona.
- • About 78 living people in the UK are estimated to have Siyona 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
2012
10 births
Estimated living
78
2026
Meaning
What does Siyona mean?
The name Siyona is believed to have its origins in the Sanskrit language, which is an ancient Indo-Aryan language that originated in the Indian subcontinent. The name is thought to be derived from the Sanskrit word "siona," which means "good luck" or "auspicious."
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Siyona can be found in ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, where it was used as a feminine name. The name was particularly popular among the Brahmin caste, which was the highest social class in the Hindu caste system.
In the 5th century BCE, a Hindu sage named Siyona was mentioned in the Hindu epic poem, the Mahabharata. This sage was renowned for his wisdom and spiritual teachings, and his name became synonymous with knowledge and enlightenment.
Another notable figure in history who bore the name Siyona was a 7th-century Indian mathematician and astronomer. She made significant contributions to the field of mathematics and is credited with developing several mathematical formulas and equations.
During the Mughal Empire in India, which lasted from the 16th to the 19th century, the name Siyona was popular among the Muslim community. One of the most famous individuals with this name was Siyona Begum, who was a prominent courtier and poet during the reign of Emperor Akbar.
In the 19th century, a notable Indian freedom fighter and social reformer named Siyona Bai played a crucial role in the Indian independence movement. She was a vocal advocate for women's rights and education, and her legacy continues to inspire many people in India today.
Throughout history, the name Siyona has been associated with good fortune, wisdom, and strength of character. Despite its ancient origins, the name remains popular in various parts of the world, particularly in India and among the Indian diaspora.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Siyona over time
The chart below shows babies named Siyona registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2006 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 Siyona, the clearest high point is 2012. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 10 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Siyona by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Siyona 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 | #4796 | 12 | 3 |
| 2010s | #3283 | 46 | 6 |
| 2000s | #3818 | 20 | 4 |
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- 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
Siyona: questions and answers
How popular is the name Siyona in the UK right now?
In 2024, Siyona was ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Siyona most popular?
The peak year on record was 2012, with 10 babies registered as Siyona in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Siyona?
A feminine variant of the Hebrew name Shion meaning "gift from God".
How many people are called Siyona in the UK?
A total of 78 babies have been registered as Siyona across the 13 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.