Hyacinth Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationHY-uh-sinth / /ˈhaɪ.ə.sɪnθ/Greek; English
Meaning
Greek: blue larkspur; English: flower name
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Hyacinth originates from the Greek word 'hyakinthos,' referring to a flower associated with the myth of Hyacinthus, a youth loved by the god Apollo. In ancient Greece, the hyacinth flower symbolized rebirth and beauty. The name has been used in English-speaking countries since the 19th century, often associated with floral themes.
Trend Summary
The name Hyacinth has seen limited popularity in the United States, often associated with floral names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Hyacintha
- Hyacinthus
International Variants
- Jacinto (Spanish)
- Giacintha (Italian)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hyacinth was first seen in the United States in 1894. Hyacinth has ranked as high as #861 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in New York, Illinois, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Hyacinth has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hyacinth (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1894 | 5 |
| 1896 | 5 |
| 1897 | 6 |
| 1899 | 7 |
| 1901 | 8 |
| 1902 | 9 |
| 1904 | 8 |
| 1905 | 6 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1909 | 13 |
| 1910 | 10 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 14 |
| 1913 | 15 |
| 1914 | 16 |
| 1915 | 18 |
| 1916 | 19 |
| 1917 | 24 |
| 1918 | 22 |
| 1919 | 18 |
| 1920 | 29 |
| 1921 | 17 |
| 1922 | 25 |
| 1923 | 18 |
| 1924 | 9 |
| 1925 | 12 |
| 1926 | 15 |
| 1927 | 10 |
| 1928 | 14 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1930 | 8 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1937 | 8 |
| 1938 | 10 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1947 | 8 |
| 1948 | 10 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1974 | 11 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1976 | 13 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 17 |
| 2024 | 28 |