Sini is a Finnish female given name meaning "blue" in Finnish. More specifically, sini is a poetic term for the colour blue. It originated as a variant of Sinikka, which in turn derives from sininen, the Finnish word for blue.
Etymology
The name Sini is directly related to the Finnish word sini, a poetic or literary term for the colour blue. This distinguishes it from the more common sininen. The variant Sinikka is a diminutive or pet form, meaning "little blue" or "dear blue", and has been used as a given name in its own right. The semantic connection to colour gives the name a nature-oriented, serene quality.
History and Popularity
Sini began to be used as a given name in Finland in the 1930s. It rose in popularity from the 1970s onward, reaching its peak in the 1980s and 1990s. As of 2012, there were over 9000 women named Sini in Finland. Its nameday is celebrated on 2 August. The name remains moderately popular but has declined from its earlier heights.
Notable Bearers
The Wikipedia extract mentions notable individuals such as Sini Anderson (American film director and poet), Sini Häkkinen (Finnish volleyball player), and Sini Latvala (Finnish hammer thrower).
- Meaning: Blue (poetic Finnish)
- Origin: Finnish
- Type: Given name (feminine)
- Usage regions: Finland
- Related names: Sinikka
Sources: Wikipedia — Sini (name)