Cindi Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cindi is an English name that originates from the Greek name Kynthia, meaning 'moon goddess.' It evolved from Cynthia into its diminutive form, Cindi, becoming popular in the mid-20th century. The name is often associated with a cheerful and friendly personality. It has no biblical relevance but is linked to notable figures like Cindi Lauper and Cindi McCain.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cindi"
Pronunciation
/ˈsɪndi/
Origin
English
Etymology
Cindi is a diminutive form of the name Cynthia, which is derived from the Greek name Kynthia, a reference to the goddess Artemis, who was born on Mount Cynthus.
Meaning
moon goddess
Language Evolution
Cynthia, Cind, Cindi
Historical Usage
Cindi became popular in the mid-20th century as a modern, feminine name derived from Cynthia, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Cynthia, Cindie, Cyndi
Modern Popularity & Image
Cindi is perceived as a cheerful and friendly name, often associated with a youthful and playful personality.
Famous People
Cindi Lauper, Cindi McCain
📊 Cindi Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 481 peak births in 1958
Geographic Spread
Popular across 39 US states, with strongest presence in Oregon
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cindi"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Cindi"
"Cindi" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 6436th of 9204 | 24 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 654th of 12526 | 4,048 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 881st of 19264 | 2,435 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2228th of 27321 | 860 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6110th of 35406 | 317 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 24576th of 30306 | 12 |
Regional Popularity of "Cindi" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Cindi" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
23.93% 533rd/2227 |
28.27% 687th/2430 |
29.34% 837th/2853 |
17.44% 484th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
25.37% 745th/2937 |
29.08% 1013th/3483 |
37.12% 1306th/3518 |
18.40% 744th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
64.78% 2387th/3685 |
64.72% 2896th/4475 |
45.88% 2383rd/5194 |
27.64% 1746th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
77.22% 5647th/7313 |
62.82% 4688th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cindi"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cindi" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Cindi" in the United States
The name Cindi is most popular in Oregon, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Cindi has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Cindi' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6436th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 654th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 881st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2228th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6110th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 24576th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Cindi' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.