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Cienna

Girl name · 9 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Cienna: 9 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2019.

Cienna is a modern invented name, likely a melodic elaboration of the Italian city Siena, famed for its medieval architecture and rich terracotta-hued buildings. The city’s name itself may derive from the Etruscan family name *Saina*, though a folk etymology connects it to the Latin *senex* (“old”). As a given name, Cienna gained popularity in English-speaking countries from the late 20th century, echoing the success of similar -ienna names like Sienna. Notable bearers include Australian actress Cienna D’Agastino, known for her role in *DNA*, and Cienna Trinh, a rising Canadian filmmaker. The name also appears as a variant spelling of the gemstone-colour name *Sienna*, evoking warm earthy tones. Used in Scotland since the 2000s, Cienna offers a softer, more ornate twist on a place-name that feels both artistic and contemporary.