Cyndy Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cyndy is a modern name derived from the Greek name Cynthia, meaning 'moon goddess.' It evolved from Cynthia and has been used as a diminutive form. The name conveys a sense of warmth and friendliness, with no direct biblical relevance. Cyndy gained popularity in the mid-20th century and has variants like Cindy and Cyndi.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cyndy"
Pronunciation
/ˈsɪndi/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Cyndy is often considered a diminutive form of the name Cynthia, which originates from the Greek name Kynthia, meaning 'from Kynthos,' a mountain on the island of Delos. Cynthia is also associated with the moon goddess Artemis.
Meaning
moon goddess
Language Evolution
Cynthia, Cyndy
Historical Usage
Cyndy gained popularity in the mid-20th century as a modern variant of Cynthia and was often used as a nickname.
Variants & Derivatives
Cynthia, Cindy, Cyndi
Modern Popularity & Image
Cyndy is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with warmth and cheerfulness.
Famous People
Cyndy Brucato, Cyndy McGowan
📊 Cyndy Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Cyndy Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 91 peak births in 1958
Geographic Spread
Popular across 9 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cyndy"
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 "Cyndy"
"Cyndy" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 9204th of 9204 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1648th of 12526 | 770 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3967th of 19264 | 248 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5937th of 27321 | 217 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 10135th of 35406 | 155 |
Regional Popularity of "Cyndy" 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 "Cyndy" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
76.11% 1695th/2227 |
83.83% 2037th/2430 |
63.41% 1809th/2853 |
42.77% 1187th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
94.83% 3303rd/3483 |
- |
76.78% 3105th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
46.73% 2952nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
94.65% 6922nd/7313 |
75.02% 5599th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cyndy"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cyndy" 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 "Cyndy" in the United States
The name Cyndy is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers 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, Cyndy 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, 'Cyndy' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 9204th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1648th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3967th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5937th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10135th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Cyndy' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.