Sidonie

At a Glance: Name: Sidonie – Meaning: refers to the ancient Phoenician city of Sidon (in modern Lebanon) – Origin: French (place name) – Gender: primarily used for girls – Pronunciation: see-doh-NEE

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Sidonie is a French name that refers to the ancient Phoenician city of Sidon, located in what is now Lebanon. If you're drawn to place names with old-world roots, this one carries a specific geographic reference rather than a vague or invented meaning. It's a name with a clear point of origin, tied to a real city with a long history.

Meaning & Origin of Sidonie

Meaning: Refers to the ancient Phoenician city of Sidon (in modern Lebanon).

Origin: French (place name).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Sidonie

Phonetic: see-doh-NEE   IPA: /siːdoʊˈniː/

Popularity of Sidonie

Sidonie has never been common in the U.S.: it peaked at rank #3970 back in 1951, when just 9 babies received the name, and by 2017 it had fallen to rank #18090 with only 5 babies given the name that year.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1928–2017.

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FAQ

What does the name Sidonie mean?

Refers to the ancient Phoenician city of Sidon (in modern Lebanon). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Sidonie)

How do you pronounce Sidonie?

Sidonie is pronounced see-doh-NEE (IPA: /siːdoʊˈniː/).

Is Sidonie a popular name right now?

Sidonie peaked at #3970 in 1951 and is ranked #18090 as of 2017. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1928–2017.)

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