Cyndi Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSIN-dee / /ˈsɪn.di/English; Greek
Meaning
English: Diminutive of Cynthia; Greek: Moon goddess
Historical & Cultural Background
Cyndi is often considered a modern diminutive of the name Cynthia, which has roots in Greek mythology. Cynthia was an epithet for the goddess Artemis, associated with the moon. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. Variants like Cindy became common as informal or affectionate forms.
Trend Summary
Cyndi experienced a peak in popularity in the 1980s but has since declined in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Cindy
- Cyndy
International Variants
- Cíndy (Spanish)
- Cyndi (Dutch)
Famous people named Cyndi
Cyndi Lauper is an American singer-songwriter known for her distinctive voice and hits like 'Girls Just Want to Have Fun.'.
Cyndi Brady is a notable American author recognized for her contributions to children's literature.
Cyndi McLeod is a Canadian politician who has served in various public offices.
Cyndi Rhoades is an American entrepreneur known for her work in the wellness industry.
Fictional characters named Cyndi
Cyndi is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus,' known for her adventurous spirit.
Cyndi is a supporting character in the video game series 'The Sims,' often depicted as a friendly neighbor.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cyndi was first seen in the United States in 1946. Cyndi has ranked as high as #905 nationally, which occurred in 1959, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Ohio, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Cyndi has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Cyndi (2004)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1946 | 8 |
1947 | 17 |
1948 | 14 |
1949 | 16 |
1950 | 17 |
1951 | 8 |
1952 | 20 |
1953 | 26 |
1954 | 27 |
1955 | 39 |
1956 | 72 |
1957 | 146 |
1958 | 180 |
1959 | 230 |
1960 | 175 |
1961 | 185 |
1962 | 158 |
1963 | 152 |
1964 | 124 |
1965 | 121 |
1966 | 81 |
1967 | 84 |
1968 | 89 |
1969 | 104 |
1970 | 105 |
1971 | 79 |
1972 | 66 |
1973 | 66 |
1974 | 41 |
1975 | 40 |
1976 | 37 |
1977 | 32 |
1978 | 34 |
1979 | 39 |
1980 | 25 |
1981 | 28 |
1982 | 25 |
1983 | 28 |
1984 | 61 |
1985 | 88 |
1986 | 58 |
1987 | 48 |
1988 | 36 |
1989 | 39 |
1990 | 45 |
1991 | 35 |
1992 | 28 |
1993 | 29 |
1994 | 21 |
1995 | 21 |
1996 | 23 |
1997 | 17 |
1998 | 10 |
1999 | 18 |
2000 | 27 |
2001 | 24 |
2002 | 16 |
2003 | 17 |
2004 | 27 |
2005 | 15 |
2006 | 14 |
2007 | 13 |
2008 | 11 |
2009 | 12 |
2010 | 13 |
2011 | 6 |
2012 | 8 |
2013 | 8 |
2014 | 10 |
2015 | 8 |
2017 | 11 |
2019 | 8 |
2024 | 5 |