How Many People Are Named Cynitha?

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

Cynitha
Very Rare
Greek

Cynitha has a very unique sound, barely making it onto the radar. Only 351 people are alive today, and it's as rare as 1 in 939,571 Americans. Most are over 60, with the peak year being 1960.

~351
Living in US
1 in 939,571
Americans
1960
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Likely a variant spelling of Cynthia, meaning 'from Mount Cynthus' or 'moon goddess'
🌐
Origin
Greek
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 8
Personality Traits
Intuitive Independent Thoughtful
8
Life Path Number

The life path number 8 is traditionally associated with ambition, authority, and material success. People connected to this number are often seen as strong leaders with a natural drive toward achievement and personal power.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

651
Worldwide Bearers
#508,767
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
351
🇱🇷 Liberia
9
🇳🇬 Nigeria
8
🇮🇳 India
4
🇵🇭 Philippines
3
🇧🇸 Bahamas
1
🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
1
🇿🇦 South Africa
1
🇸🇪 Sweden
1

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
351 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 60
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
187
Would be 30–60 (48%)
204
Would be over 60 (52%)

All 391 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: 1960

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
77
Classic Feel
49
Modern Appeal
51
International
66

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

📜 Cynitha Through the Generations

The name Cynitha is quite a rarity, with only 351 people alive today, a stark contrast to the 391 births recorded throughout history. This means that many of those born with the name are now well into their senior years, with 52% of Cynithas being over 60. The peak year for births was 1960, when 27 babies were named Cynitha. It's fascinating how the name has remained stable since then, with no significant increase or decrease in popularity. The large share of older individuals suggests a strong connection to past generations, making Cynitha a name that carries a lot of history and tradition.

✨ Similar Names to Cynitha

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Cynitha's Greek roots

📄 About the Name Cynitha

How Many People Have the Name Cynitha?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 351 people in the United States currently share the name Cynitha. That works out to roughly 1 in every 939,571 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Cynitha a Common or Rare Name?

Cynitha 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 Cynitha Mean?

Cynitha means "Likely a variant spelling of Cynthia, meaning 'from Mount Cynthus' or 'moon goddess'" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Cynitha Most Popular?

The name Cynitha reached peak popularity in 1960, with 27 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 Cynitha?

Approximately 351 people named Cynitha live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 391. That works out to roughly 1 in 939,571 Americans.

Is Cynitha a rare name?

Cynitha is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 939,571 Americans has this name.

What does the name Cynitha mean?

Cynitha means "Likely a variant spelling of Cynthia, meaning 'from Mount Cynthus' or 'moon goddess'" and comes from Greek origins.

Is Cynitha more male or female?

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

When was Cynitha most popular?

Cynitha peaked in 1960 with 27 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 US351
All-Time Births391
1 in X1 in 939,571
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age60
Peak Year1960
World Rank#508,767
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.