Jacinth Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJAS-inth / /ˈdʒæs.ɪnθ/Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: hyacinth; Latin: precious stone
Historical & Cultural Background
Jacinth is derived from the Greek word 'hyakinthos', which refers to the hyacinth flower. In ancient mythology, Hyacinthus was a youth loved by Apollo, who was transformed into the flower after his death. The name has been used in various cultures, often associated with beauty and preciousness. In the Middle Ages, jacinth was also used to refer to a type of gemstone.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jacynth
International Variants
- Jacinto (Spanish)
- Jasint (Slavic)
Famous people named Jacinth
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jacinth was first seen in the United States in 1999. Jacinth has ranked as high as #1344 nationally, which occurred in 2005, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Jacinth has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jacinth
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2019 | 5 |