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First name Modesta - Meaning, Origin and Rating
Origin
Nameday
4. November
Meaning
The female first name Modesta comes from Latin and means "the modest" or "the moderate". It is derived from the Latin word "modestus", which stands for restraint, modesty and moderation. The name Modesta was very popular in ancient Rome and was often used as a nickname for women who were distinguished by their virtue. Nowadays, the name Modesta is mainly given in Italy, Spain and Latin America.