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At a Glance
- Meaning
- The hyacinth flower (also linked to the color purple)
- Origin
- Greek (via a saint's name, from the mythological figure Hyacinthus)
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- HY-uh-sinth
Hyacinth (pronounced HY-uh-sinth) is a Greek name tied to a saint's name and the mythological figure Hyacinthus, carrying the meaning of the hyacinth flower — also linked to the color purple. It's a neutral name with a free-spirited, boho, outdoorsy, nature-inspired feel. If you're researching it for a baby, those are the two threads to know: the flower/color meaning and the Greek, saint-linked origin.
Meaning & Origin of Hyacinth
Meaning: The hyacinth flower (also linked to the color purple).
Origin: Greek (via a saint's name, from the mythological figure Hyacinthus).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Hyacinth
HY-uh-sinthIPA /ˈhaɪəsɪnθ/
Popularity of Hyacinth
Social Security data spans 1894 to 2024: Hyacinth peaked at #1177 in 1909 with 13 babies given the name, and in 2024 it sat at #4801 with 28 babies.
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FAQ
What does the name Hyacinth mean?
The hyacinth flower (also linked to the color purple). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Hyacinth?
Hyacinth is pronounced HY-uh-sinth (IPA: /ˈhaɪəsɪnθ/).
Is Hyacinth a popular name right now?
Hyacinth peaked at #1177 in 1909 and is ranked #4801 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1894–2024.)
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