Holding steady.
Popularity of Cinda since 1880
Babies named Cinda per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 43 |
| 1890s | 62 |
| 1900s | 58 |
| 1910s | 102 |
| 1920s | 59 |
| 1930s | 117 |
| 1940s | 851 |
| 1950s | 1,879 |
| 1960s | 891 |
| 1970s | 343 |
| 1980s | 132 |
| 1990s | 47 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 6 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Cinda first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1880 and saw its highest usage in the mid-20th century, reaching a peak in 1953. It is a classic mid-century nickname-turned-given name that has since become rare, with no recorded use in recent top-1000 lists. While it never broke into the top ranks, it enjoyed modest popularity during the baby boom era. Today, it retains a nostalgic, retro charm that fits well with the revival of vintage names. The trajectory has been stable at very low usage, not quite falling into obscurity but remaining a distinctive choice.
Cinda originated as a short form of Cynthia, which comes from Greek Kynthia, an epithet of the goddess Artemis referring to her birthplace on Mount Cynthus on Delos. Cynthia became a popular given name in English-speaking countries from the 18th century onward, and Cinda emerged as a casual, affectionate nickname that later stood alone.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cindy, Cinnie
Sibling names for Cinda
Names that share Cinda's style, for a brother or sister.
