Holding steady.
Popularity of Cindra since 1945
Babies named Cindra per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 59 |
| 1950s | 307 |
| 1960s | 185 |
| 1970s | 41 |
| 1980s | 12 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Cindra is a rare and elusive name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1945, at the tail end of the baby boom buildup. Its peak year was 1956, when it saw its highest recorded usage, though it never reached the top 1,000 rankings. The name's trajectory has been stable but very low, with no significant resurgence since the 1950s. Despite its obscurity, Cindra belongs to a cluster of invented and respelled names from that era, such as Sandra and Cynthia, from which it likely derives. No top states are associated with Cindra, reflecting its extremely scattered and minimal use. For parents seeking a genuinely uncommon name with a mid-century feel, Cindra offers a distinctive choice rooted in modern American naming creativity.
Cindra appears to be a modern coinage, likely an invented variant of Sandra, Cynthia, or a blend of names like Cindy and Sandra. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1945 and saw modest use in the 1950s, peaking in popularity in 1956. Its usage has since remained rare, with no clear etymological root outside of playful respelling.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cindy, Cinda
Sibling names for Cindra
Names that share Cindra's style, for a brother or sister.
