Cindee

“A modern variation of the name Cinderella, often associated with the meaning 'little ash girl'.”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#971US 2023

1.2kBirths / yr

→Stable

880All-time births

📅 Since 194700

What does Cindee mean and where does it come from?

Cindee is a contemporary and phonetic variation of the name Cindy, which itself is a diminutive of Cinderella. The name gained popularity in the mid-20th century in English-speaking countries, particularly in the U.S. The story of Cinderella has contributed to the name's associations with beauty, ki

Cultural significance

Cindee has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a modern variation of the name cinderella, often associated with the meaning 'little ash girl'..

Peak popularity

Reached #1192 in 1957 — currently #971 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Cindee?

Cindee works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Cindee Grace

How popular is Cindee right now?

Holding steady — currently #971 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1950–2023#971 · Top 0.72%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#971	1,229	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#976	1,209	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#981	1,179	▲ up 6662 · +14638% births
1980	#7643	8	▼ down 1471 · -11% births
1975	#6172	9	▼ down 3671 · -70% births
1970	#2501	30	▼ down 363 · -3% births
1965	#2138	31	▼ down 503 · -35% births
1960	#1635	48	▲ up 640 · +100% births
1955	#2275	24	▲ up 2021 · +200% births
1950	#4296	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Cindee

Best Year2023Rank #971

Peak Count1,229

Average Rank#2959

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1950 - 202310 years

The story of Cindee

Cindee entered American naming records in 1947 and has been in use for over 77 years. With 880 total births recorded, Cindee remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4296 in 1950 to #971 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Cindee in 1957:

Mary Susan Linda Debra Karen

Cindee by decade

Cindee peaked in the 1950s. See all 1950s names →

Decade	Births
1940s	22
1950s ★	355
1960s	331
1970s	152
1980s	20

💎Cindee has only 880 total recorded births since 1947 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Cindee?

Common

CinCiIndee

What names sound and feel like Cindee?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Cindee also consider these

Sindee

American · from the land

Mindee

American · English

Windee

American · a variant of

Cindie

American · A diminutive of

Lindee

American · Variant of the

Cinde

American · derived from Cinderella

Indee

American · English

Cindye

American · A variation of

Common questions about the name Cindee

What does the name Cindee mean?

Cindee means "A modern variation of the name Cinderella, often associated with the meaning 'little ash girl'." — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Cindee?

Cindee is currently ranked #971 as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Cindee?

Cindee originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Cindee a common or rare name?

Cindee is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

What are good nicknames for Cindee?

Cindee naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.