Jacinta Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationha-SEEN-tah / hɑˈsɪn.tɑSpanish; Latin
Meaning
Spanish: Hyacinth; Latin: Flower
Historical & Cultural Background
Jacinta is derived from the Spanish form of the name Hyacinth, which has roots in Latin. The name has been popular in Spanish-speaking countries and is often associated with the flower of the same name. It has been used in various religious contexts, particularly in reference to saints.
Trend Summary
The name Jacinta has seen moderate popularity in the United States, particularly among Hispanic communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jacint
- Jacintha
International Variants
- Jacinthe (French)
- Hyacinth (English)
Famous people named Jacinta
Jacinta O'Brien was an Australian politician known for her contributions to local governance.
Jacinta O'Connell is a noted Irish author recognized for her works in contemporary fiction.
Jacinta O'Neill is a prominent figure in the field of environmental science.
Jacinta O'Sullivan is a celebrated Irish artist known for her landscape paintings.
Fictional characters named Jacinta
Jacinta is a character in the novel 'The Secret Garden' by Frances Hodgson Burnett, known for her adventurous spirit.
Jacinta is featured in the animated series 'Elena of Avalor' as a supporting character who aids the protagonist.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jacinta was first seen in the United States in 1909. Jacinta has ranked as high as #1045 nationally, which occurred in 1982, and has been most popular in California, Georgia, Illinois, New York, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Jacinta has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jacinta (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1914 | 9 |
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1920 | 9 |
| 1924 | 12 |
| 1925 | 11 |
| 1926 | 8 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1928 | 14 |
| 1929 | 13 |
| 1930 | 9 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1940 | 7 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1945 | 11 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1947 | 10 |
| 1948 | 14 |
| 1949 | 22 |
| 1950 | 21 |
| 1951 | 20 |
| 1952 | 25 |
| 1953 | 28 |
| 1954 | 33 |
| 1955 | 17 |
| 1956 | 24 |
| 1957 | 27 |
| 1958 | 32 |
| 1959 | 35 |
| 1960 | 30 |
| 1961 | 23 |
| 1962 | 18 |
| 1963 | 16 |
| 1964 | 26 |
| 1965 | 21 |
| 1966 | 22 |
| 1967 | 22 |
| 1968 | 53 |
| 1969 | 62 |
| 1970 | 58 |
| 1971 | 58 |
| 1972 | 77 |
| 1973 | 67 |
| 1974 | 67 |
| 1975 | 76 |
| 1976 | 59 |
| 1977 | 72 |
| 1978 | 82 |
| 1979 | 92 |
| 1980 | 84 |
| 1981 | 99 |
| 1982 | 104 |
| 1983 | 75 |
| 1984 | 86 |
| 1985 | 75 |
| 1986 | 78 |
| 1987 | 58 |
| 1988 | 71 |
| 1989 | 68 |
| 1990 | 50 |
| 1991 | 66 |
| 1992 | 56 |
| 1993 | 40 |
| 1994 | 42 |
| 1995 | 50 |
| 1996 | 46 |
| 1997 | 38 |
| 1998 | 30 |
| 1999 | 28 |
| 2000 | 40 |
| 2001 | 42 |
| 2002 | 29 |
| 2003 | 40 |
| 2004 | 22 |
| 2005 | 34 |
| 2006 | 32 |
| 2007 | 23 |
| 2008 | 21 |
| 2009 | 23 |
| 2010 | 19 |
| 2011 | 22 |
| 2012 | 20 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 26 |
| 2015 | 33 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2017 | 54 |
| 2018 | 32 |
| 2019 | 27 |
| 2020 | 34 |
| 2021 | 30 |
| 2022 | 34 |
| 2023 | 37 |
| 2024 | 29 |