Cinthia Girl

Popularity: #935 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: SIN-thee-uh //ˈsɪnθiə//

Origin: Greek; Latin

Meaning: Greek: 'moon'; Latin: 'light'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Cinthia is derived from the Greek name Kynthia, which means 'from Kynthos.' Kynthos is a mountain on the island of Delos, which is associated with the ancient Greek goddess Artemis, who was often referred to as Cynthia due to her connection to this location. The name entered Latin as Cinthia and was subsequently adopted into various languages, including English, during the Renaissance when classical names gained renewed interest.

The transition into English occurred through the influence of literature and poetry, particularly during the 16th and 17th centuries, when classical themes were prevalent in the works of writers such as Shakespeare and Milton. Historically, the name Cinthia has been linked to various cultural and literary figures.

One notable reference is in John Milton's epic poem "Paradise Lost," published in 1667, where the name is used to evoke the imagery of the moon and femininity, further solidifying its association with beauty and grace. Additionally, the name has been borne by several saints and historical figures, contributing to its enduring presence in various cultures.

The name's connection to the moon and its celestial qualities has made it a symbol of femininity and inspiration across different artistic expressions. Cinthia's resonance in literature and its ties to mythology have allowed it to maintain a certain cultural significance.

The name evokes themes of nature, divinity, and the arts, often embodying the qualities of elegance and mystery. Related forms, such as Cynthia, have also been prominent in various cultures and literary works, reinforcing the name's historical and cultural depth.

Overall, Cinthia reflects a rich tapestry of linguistic evolution and cultural associations that have contributed to its lasting appeal.

Famous people named Cinthia

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Cinthia Moura is a Brazilian actress best known for her roles in the telenovelas A Dona do Pedaço, O Outro Lado do Paraíso, and Amor de Mãe.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Cinthia, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

CeliaClaraSamanthaJulietLydiaElena

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Cinthia. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Cinthia was first seen in the United States in 1946.

Cinthia has ranked as high as #1658 nationally, which occurred in 1996, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Arizona.

In the past 5 years the name Cinthia has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Cinthia is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Cinthia was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Cinthia.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 13 0 13
2024 19 0 19
2023 31 0 31
2022 22 0 22
2021 26 0 26
2020 25 0 25
2019 26 0 26
2018 20 0 20
2017 25 0 25
2016 35 0 35
2015 27 0 27
2014 33 0 33
2013 40 0 40
2012 61 0 61
2011 60 0 60
2010 81 0 81
2009 92 0 92
2008 104 0 104
2007 109 0 109
2006 142 0 142
2005 157 0 157
2004 136 0 136
2003 140 0 140
2002 152 0 152
2001 119 0 119
2000 128 0 128
1999 177 0 177
1998 141 0 141
1997 174 0 174
1996 205 0 205
1995 158 0 158
1994 178 0 178
1993 152 0 152
1992 142 0 142
1991 186 0 186
1990 169 0 169
1989 139 6 133
1988 133 0 133
1987 98 0 98
1986 68 0 68
1985 101 0 101
1984 102 0 102
1983 94 0 94
1982 79 0 79
1981 72 0 72
1980 58 0 58
1979 58 0 58
1978 50 0 50
1977 56 0 56
1976 56 0 56
1975 62 0 62
1974 60 0 60
1973 47 0 47
1972 62 0 62
1971 57 0 57
1970 56 0 56
1969 48 0 48
1968 59 0 59
1967 44 0 44
1966 59 0 59
1965 40 0 40
1964 61 0 61
1963 53 0 53
1962 60 0 60
1961 84 0 84
1960 54 0 54
1959 84 0 84
1958 96 0 96
1957 97 0 97
1956 77 0 77
1955 37 0 37
1954 39 0 39
1953 35 0 35
1952 38 0 38
1951 16 0 16
1950 12 0 12
1949 14 0 14
1948 12 0 12
1947 7 0 7
1946 5 0 5

Top States for Cinthia (2023)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
CA 9
60%
TX 6
40%