Cintia

“derived from the name Cynthia, meaning 'moon goddess'”

Spanish origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#13797US 2023

6Births / yr

↑Rising

869All-time births

📅 Since 196600

How to pronounce Cintia

theen-tya(europeanspanish),seen-tya(latinamericanspanish)

/theen-tya(europeanspanish),seen-tya(latinamericanspanish)/ · · 2 syllables

“derived from the name Cynthia, meaning 'moon goddess'”

Spanish origin · Girl name

What does Cintia mean and where does it come from?

Cintia is a variant of the name Cynthia, popular in Spanish-speaking countries and Italy. The name has its origins in Greek mythology, where Cynthia was an epithet of Artemis, the moon goddess. The earliest recorded use can be traced back to texts relating to deities of the moon. Although Cintia is

Cultural significance

Cintia has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Spanish-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from the name cynthia, meaning 'moon goddess'.

Peak popularity

Reached #2367 in 1993 — currently #13797 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Cintia?

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

Cintia Grace

How popular is Cintia right now?

Rising fast — up 2013 spots — currently #13797 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2023#13797 · Top 10%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#13797	6	▲ up 2013 · +20% births
2022	#15810	5	▼ down 3332 · -29% births
2021	#12478	7	▲ up 2913 · +40% births
2020	#15391	5	▼ down 6548 · -62% births
2010	#8843	13	▼ down 3352 · -43% births
2005	#5491	23	▼ down 1160 · -18% births
2000	#4331	28	▼ down 1690 · -40% births
1995	#2641	47	▲ up 768 · +47% births
1990	#3409	32	▲ up 2124 · +146% births
1985	#5533	13	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Cintia

Best Year1995Rank #2641

Peak Count47

Average Rank#8772

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1985 - 202310 years

The story of Cintia

Cintia is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1966. With 869 total births recorded, Cintia remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5533 in 1985, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13797 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Cintia in 1993:

Jessica Ashley Sarah Samantha Emily

Cintia by decade

Cintia peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	11
1970s	17
1980s	141
1990s ★	421
2000s	208
2010s	66
2020s	5

💎Cintia has only 869 total recorded births since 1966 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Cintia?

ENGLISH

CindiCindyCyndiSindy

Famous people named Cintia

Cintia (Spanish conquistador or explorer)

Cintia bore this name during the Age of Exploration, spreading it across the Americas.

Cintia (Latin American historical figure)

Cintia used this name across South and Central America as Spanish naming traditions spread.

Cintia (Spanish saint)

Cintia helped establish this name across the Spanish-speaking Catholic world.

Cintia (Flamenco artist)

Cintia carried this name in the vibrant tradition of Spanish music and dance.

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What names sound and feel like Cintia?

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

Cinzia

Italy · from Cinzia, meaning

Cindia

American · Derived from 'Cynthia',

Cinthia

English · Cynthia

Sintia

Indonesia · a variant of

Cíntia

International · A International name

Cyntia

American · derived from Cynthia,

Ciccia

Latin · A Latin name

Cristia

Italy · Follower of Christ

How is Cintia written in other languages?

Common questions about the name Cintia

What does the name Cintia mean?

Cintia means "derived from the name Cynthia, meaning 'moon goddess'" — a name rooted in Spanish 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 Cintia?

Cintia is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Cintia have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Cintia?

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

Is Cintia trending right now?

Cintia is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Cintia a common or rare name?

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