Cinthya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cinthya is a name of Greek origin, meaning 'moon goddess,' and evolved from the ancient name Kynthia. It has been adapted into modern English and is recognized for its elegant connotations. The name does not have biblical relevance and gained popularity in the 20th century as a stylish variant of Cynthia.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cinthya"
Pronunciation
/ˈsɪnθiə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Cinthya is derived from the Greek name 'Kynthia,' which is an epithet of the goddess Artemis, associated with Mount Cynthus on the island of Delos.
Meaning
moon goddess
Language Evolution
Kynthia (Ancient Greek), Cinthia (Latinized form), Cinthya (Modern English adaptation)
Historical Usage
Cinthya gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 20th century, particularly as a variant of Cynthia.
Variants & Derivatives
Cynthia, Cinthya, Cinthy
Modern Popularity & Image
Cinthya is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with elegance and femininity.
Famous People
Cinthya Pineda (Mexican actress), Cinthya W. (social media influencer)
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✨ Cinthya Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 84 peak births in 2005
Geographic Spread
Popular across 8 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cinthya"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Cinthya"
"Cinthya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6769th of 19264 | 104 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2875th of 27321 | 602 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2720th of 35406 | 959 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9431st of 30306 | 130 |
Regional Popularity of "Cinthya" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Cinthya" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
87.17% 3525th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
79.42% 3554th/4475 |
43.03% 2235th/5194 |
22.15% 1399th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
67.63% 3099th/4582 |
67.12% 3466th/5164 |
34.47% 2521st/7313 |
24.11% 1799th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
78.59% 4932nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cinthya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cinthya" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Cinthya" in the United States
The name Cinthya is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Cinthya has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Cinthya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6769th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2875th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2720th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9431st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Cinthya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.