Siesta
Spanish · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Siesta
The name Siesta derives from the Spanish word "siesta," which comes from Latin "sexta (hora)" meaning "sixth hour" and refers to an afternoon rest or nap traditionally taken in hot climates.
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Etymology
The name Siesta derives from the Spanish word "siesta," which comes from Latin "sexta (hora)" meaning "sixth hour" and refers to an afternoon rest or nap traditionally taken in hot climates. The name is primarily used in Spanish-speaking cultures and reflects the practice of midday rest common in Mediterranean and Latin American societies, though it is uncommon as a given name outside of these regions.
Siesta currently ranks #6,892 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1957.
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