SIDONIE  (in modern Lebanon)

Gender: F
Origin: Latin
Meaning: "from Sidon "

Appealing and chic French favorite -- its problem is likely confusion with Sydney.

Variations:
Sidona, Syndonia, Sidelle, Sidoine, Sydonia, Sidonia, Sidanni, Sidaine, Sydona, Sidony, Sydonah, Sedona, Sidonae

Sidonie is being discussed in our message boards:

• Names we like but can't use... what do you suggest?
• Alternative to Audrey?
• Thoughts on Lydia?
• Need suggestions for Juliette's sister!
• Sister for Emery....

Read Nameberry blog posts about Sidonie:

• HEROINE NAMES: Worthy Women with Notable Names, Part 2: Cultural Icons
• ROMANCING THE NAME: MELISSA TO MELISANDE