Jacinda
Jacinda is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Hyacinth flower; purple.
Origin and history
Jacinda is a feminine given name of Greek origin, derived from Hyacinthus and passed through Spanish and Portuguese traditions as a variant of Jacinta. It literally refers to the hyacinth flower or the color purple. In the United States, it has been used moderately throughout the late 20th and early 21st centuries, remaining a relatively uncommon yet recognizable choice.
Popularity in the United States
4,252 babies in the United States have been named Jacinda since 1880. It ranks #2697 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2015.
States where it is most popular
- CA (26.5 %)
- TX (17.7 %)
- NY (7.8 %)
- OH (6.9 %)
- IL (6.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 315 |
| 1970-1980 | 822 |
| 1980-1990 | 822 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,176 |
| 2000-2010 | 770 |
| 2010-2019 | 261 |
| 2020-2029 | 86 |
Famous people named Jacinda
- Jacinda Ardern: Prime Minister, Politician
- Jacinda Barrett: Actress, Model
Nicknames
Jace, Jacie, Cinda
Fun facts
- The name derives from the Greek legend of Hyacinthus, whose blood Apollo turned into the vibrant hyacinth flower.
- Jacinda gained significant international visibility due to former New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern.