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At a Glance
- 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
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
see-doh-NEEIPA /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.
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FAQ
What does the name Sidonie mean?
Refers to the ancient Phoenician city of Sidon (in modern Lebanon). (Source: Wiktionary)
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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