What is the origin of the name Modesta?

Modesta is a name of Latin origin.

How popular is the name Modesta?

Modesta is currently ranked #12997 in the United States and is rising in popularity.

How do you pronounce Modesta?

Modesta is pronounced moh-DES-tuh.

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Modesta

moh-DES-tuh

Popularity

#12997

rising

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Latin

Total Births

1,615

Peak Year

#41 in 1926

First Recorded

1890

Style

Vintage, Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Modesta is a Latin name meaning 'modest' or 'moderate'. It carries a sense of humility and temperance.

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Mod Esta

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Numerology

The Creative

Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.

Famous Namesakes

Modesta of Mâcon
Roman Catholic saint.

Nicknames

Mod Esta

Spelling Variations

Modeste Modesty

Similar Names

Mildred Prudence Temperance Justina

Personality Traits

HumbleReservedVirtuousCalm

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