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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Of/from Mount Cynthus, an epithet of the goddess Artemis
- Origin
- Greek
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- SIN-thee-ah
Cynthia is a Greek girl's name, pronounced SIN-thee-ah, that comes from Mount Cynthus and was used as an epithet of the goddess Artemis. It has a classic, timeless feel that has stayed familiar without tipping into trendy.
Meaning & Origin of Cynthia
Meaning: Of/from Mount Cynthus, an epithet of the goddess Artemis.
Origin: Greek.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Cynthia
SIN-thee-ahIPA /ˈsɪnθiə/
Popularity of Cynthia
Cynthia peaked at #7 in 1957, when 39,340 girls received the name. By 2024 it had settled at #826 with 331 babies, so it's now a rare pick that few of her classmates will share.
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FAQ
What does the name Cynthia mean?
Of/from Mount Cynthus, an epithet of the goddess Artemis. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Cynthia?
Cynthia is pronounced SIN-thee-ah (IPA: /ˈsɪnθiə/).
Is Cynthia a popular name right now?
Cynthia peaked at #7 in 1957 and is ranked #826 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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