Sindy Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Sindy is an English name derived from the Greek name Cynthia, which means 'moon goddess.' It evolved from Cynthia to Cynthy and then to Sindy. The name gained popularity in the mid-20th century, often linked to the Sindy doll. It is viewed as a trendy and youthful name today. There are no biblical references associated with it.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sindy"
Pronunciation
/ˈsɪndi/
Origin
English
Etymology
Sindy is a diminutive form of the name Cynthia, which is derived from the Greek name Kynthia, referring to the birthplace of the goddess Artemis on Mount Cynthus.
Meaning
moon goddess
Language Evolution
Cynthia, Cynthy, Sindy
Historical Usage
The name Sindy gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the 1960s and 1970s, often associated with the popular Sindy doll.
Variants & Derivatives
Cindy, Cyndi, Sindy
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Sindy is often perceived as a trendy and youthful name, commonly associated with playfulness and femininity.
Famous People
Sindy Parnell, Sindy Kaur
📊 Sindy Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Sindy Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 88 peak births in 1979
Geographic Spread
Popular across 14 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sindy"
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 "Sindy"
"Sindy" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 8598th of 9107 | 6 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1878th of 12526 | 616 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2424th of 19264 | 521 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2613th of 27321 | 690 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3225th of 35406 | 764 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7955th of 30306 | 166 |
Regional Popularity of "Sindy" 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 "Sindy" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
76.74% 1709th/2227 |
68.81% 1672nd/2430 |
77.78% 2219th/2853 |
46.95% 1303rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
54.09% 1884th/3483 |
78.14% 2749th/3518 |
59.25% 2396th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
41.45% 1855th/4475 |
47.00% 2441st/5194 |
25.66% 1621st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
93.37% 4278th/4582 |
42.47% 2193rd/5164 |
41.86% 3061st/7313 |
32.19% 2402nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Sindy"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sindy" 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 "Sindy" in the United States
The name Sindy 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, Sindy 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, 'Sindy' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 8598th out of 9107 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1878th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2424th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2613th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3225th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7955th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Sindy' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.