Blind; sixth; or a diminutive of Elisabeth
Sissi is primarily used as a diminutive for names like Cecilia, meaning 'blind', or Elisabeth, meaning 'pledged to God'. It is most famously associated with Empress Elisabeth of Austria, whose nickname was actually 'Sisi'. In modern contexts, it is often treated as a standalone name with a playful, European flair.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Sissi in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Italian fashion designer
Cuban-American model and presenter
Animated version of Empress Elisabeth of Austria · Sissi: The Young Empress
Brazilian footballer Sisleide do Amor Lima
