Cynthia
Cynthia first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 1957, when 39,340 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Cynthia popular?
Vintage Cynthia is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1957.
| 2020s | 1,855 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5,946 | |
| 2000s | 15,172 | |
| 1990s | 31,313 | |
| 1980s | 41,666 | |
| 1970s | 80,196 | |
| 1960s | 196,597 | |
| 1950s | 263,432 | |
| 1940s | 58,061 | |
| 1930s | 9,666 | |
| 1920s | 3,661 | |
| 1910s | 1,911 | |
| 1900s | 694 | |
| 1890s | 701 | |
| 1880s | 582 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Cynthia mean?
Cynthia is from Greek Kynthia, an epithet of Artemis meaning 'from Mount Cynthus,' her birthplace on Delos. The moon association comes because Artemis (and Selene) were called Cynthia; it is cultural, not a literal 'moon' etymology.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Cynthia mean?
Cynthia means Moon goddess epithet. Cynthia is from Greek Kynthia, an epithet of Artemis meaning 'from Mount Cynthus,' her birthplace on Delos. The moon association comes because Artemis (and Selene) were called Cynthia; it is cultural, not a literal 'moon' etymology.
What is the origin of the name Cynthia?
Cynthia is of greek origin.
How do you pronounce Cynthia?
Cynthia is pronounced “SIN-thee-ah.”
Is Cynthia a boy or a girl name?
Cynthia is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Cynthia a popular name right now?
Cynthia is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1957.
How popular is the name Cynthia?
In 2025, Cynthia ranked #1014 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Cynthia most popular?
Cynthia was most popular in 1957, when about 39,340 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Cynthia?
Names similar to Cynthia include Helen, Margaret, Chloe, Katherine, Alexandra.
What names go well with Cynthia?
greek names that pair well with Cynthia include Christopher, Andrew, Helen, Timothy, Nicholas.