Modesta

Girl name

Modesta has been given to 1,615 babies in the U.S. since 1890. It peaked in 1926.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

1,615

Peak year

1926 (41 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1890

10-year trend

New / returning

Gender split

All girls

Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Modesta.

1,607 babies since 1880

1,624 babies since 1908

1,606 babies since 1880

1,601 babies since 1900

1,598 babies since 1882

1,640 babies since 1897

1,649 babies since 1880

1,581 babies since 1901

How popular is the name Modesta?

Modesta has been given to 1,615 babies in the U.S. since 1890. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Modesta peak?

Modesta peaked in 1926, when 41 babies were given the name.

Is Modesta a girl or boy name?

Modesta is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Modesta are girls).

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