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At a Glance
- Meaning
- The hyacinth flower
- Origin
- Spanish (from Latin Hyacinthus)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- hah-SEEN-tah
Jacinta is a Spanish name rooted in the Latin Hyacinthus, and it carries the meaning 'the hyacinth flower.' It's pronounced hah-SEEN-tah, and it has an outdoorsy, nature-inspired, free-spirited, boho feel. If a floral name with Spanish roots is what you're after, Jacinta fits that search.
Meaning & Origin of Jacinta
Meaning: The hyacinth flower.
Origin: Spanish (from Latin Hyacinthus).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Jacinta
hah-SEEN-tahIPA /hɑˈsiːntə/
Popularity of Jacinta
Jacinta reached its highest U.S. popularity in 1982, ranking #1252 with 104 baby girls given the name; by 2024 it had dropped to #4689, with just 29.
Names Like Jacinta
These names share Jacinta’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Jacinta mean?
The hyacinth flower. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Jacinta?
Jacinta is pronounced hah-SEEN-tah (IPA: /hɑˈsiːntə/).
Is Jacinta a popular name right now?
Jacinta peaked at #1252 in 1982 and is ranked #4689 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1909–2024.)
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