Cynitha

“Derived from Cynthia, meaning 'moon goddess'.”

English origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1499US 2023

701Births / yr

→Stable

391All-time births

📅 Since 195300

How to pronounce Cynitha

SEYE·NITH·AH

/ˈsaɪ.ˈnɪth.ˈɑ/ · stress on SEYE · 3 syllables

“Derived from Cynthia, meaning 'moon goddess'.”

English origin · Girl name

What does Cynitha mean and where does it come from?

Cynitha is a variant of the name Cynthia, which has its roots in Greek mythology relating to Artemis, the goddess of the moon. The name Cynthia is popular in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States and the United Kingdom. Its first recorded use dates back to the Renaissance per

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #2289 in 1959 — currently #1499 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Cynitha?

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

Cynitha Grace

How popular is Cynitha right now?

Holding steady — currently #1499 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1955–2023#1499 · Top 1.1%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1499	701	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2022	#1504	681	▲ up 5 · +5% births
2021	#1509	651	▲ up 6970 · +9200% births
1980	#8479	7	▼ down 2281 · -22% births
1975	#6198	9	▼ down 2667 · -50% births
1970	#3531	18	▼ down 603 · -5% births
1965	#2928	19	▼ down 628 · -30% births
1960	#2300	27	▲ up 925 · +93% births
1955	#3225	14	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Cynitha

Best Year2023Rank #1499

Peak Count701

Average Rank#3464

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1955 - 20239 years

The story of Cynitha

Cynitha entered American naming records in 1953 and has been in use for over 71 years. With 391 total births recorded, Cynitha remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #3225 in 1955 to #1499 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Cynitha in 1959:

Mary Susan Linda Karen Donna

Cynitha by decade

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

Decade	Births
1950s	78
1960s ★	202
1970s	99
1980s	12

💎Cynitha has only 391 total recorded births since 1953 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Cynitha?

Common

CynCyniCynieCynyItha

What names sound and feel like Cynitha?

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

American · Lord has helped

Fritha

English · peace

Tykisha

English · a modern coinage,

Annetha

English · grace, favor

Telitha

English · Little girl

Janetha

English · A variant of

Common questions about the name Cynitha

What does the name Cynitha mean?

Cynitha means "Derived from Cynthia, meaning 'moon goddess'." — a name rooted in English 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 Cynitha?

Cynitha is currently a distinctive and less common name 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 Cynitha?

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

How do you pronounce the name Cynitha?

Cynitha is a three-syllable name pronounced S AY1 N IH1 T HH AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Cynitha?

Cynitha pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar English heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.