How Many People Are Named Cynda?

Complete statistics for the name Cynda: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Cynda
Very Rare
English

Cynda is a very rare name, with only 528 people living in the US today. That's 1 in 625,384 Americans. It peaked in 1947 with 33 births, making it a classic name that's still around today.

~528
Living in US
1 in 625,384
Americans
1947
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
A name likely derived from Old English, sometimes linked to the idea of fire or a royal hill.
🌐
Origin
English
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 2
Personality Traits
Warm Gentle Spirited
2
Life Path Number

The number 2 is traditionally associated with cooperation, sensitivity, and harmony. People connected to this number tend to be natural peacemakers who thrive in partnerships and value balance in their relationships.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

1,217
Worldwide Bearers
#226,942
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
1,145
🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
21
🇨🇦 Canada
15
🇵🇭 Philippines
9
🇦🇺 Australia
3
🇧🇷 Brazil
3
🇲🇽 Mexico
3
🇰🇭 Cambodia
2
🇬🇧 England
2
🇫🇷 France
2

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
528 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 65
5
Would be under 30 (1%)
199
Would be 30–60 (31%)
438
Would be over 60 (68%)

All 642 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1947

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
83
Classic Feel
63
Modern Appeal
37
International
85

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Cynda Through the Generations

Cynda has a storied history, with its peak in 1947 when 33 babies were named it. Today, only 528 people in the US carry this name, showing a stark contrast between past and present popularity. The majority, 68%, are over 60, indicating a strong presence among older generations. This stability in recent years is noteworthy, as the name hasn't seen a resurgence despite its rarity. The gap between the all-time births and current living bearers is significant, highlighting the enduring nature of the name among those born decades ago.

✨ Similar Names to Cynda

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Cynda's English roots

📄 About the Name Cynda

How Many People Have the Name Cynda?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 528 people in the United States currently share the name Cynda. That works out to roughly 1 in every 625,384 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Cynda a Common or Rare Name?

Cynda is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Cynda Mean?

Cynda means "A name likely derived from Old English, sometimes linked to the idea of fire or a royal hill." and comes from English origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 2.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Cynda in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Cynda Most Popular?

The name Cynda reached peak popularity in 1947, with 33 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Cynda?

Approximately 528 people named Cynda live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 642. That works out to roughly 1 in 625,384 Americans.

Is Cynda a rare name?

Cynda is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 625,384 Americans has this name.

What does the name Cynda mean?

Cynda means "A name likely derived from Old English, sometimes linked to the idea of fire or a royal hill." and comes from English origins.

Is Cynda more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Cynda are male and 100% are female.

When was Cynda most popular?

Cynda peaked in 1947 with 33 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US528
All-Time Births642
1 in X1 in 625,384
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age65
Peak Year1947
World Rank#226,942
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.