Cinque Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cinque is an Italian name meaning 'five', reflecting its etymological roots. The name has evolved from its Italian form to variants in other languages such as Spanish and French. It is historically significant due to its association with the Amistad revolt, giving it traits of leadership and strength, while lacking direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cinque"
Pronunciation
/sɪŋk/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
The name Cinque is derived from the Italian word for 'five'. It is often associated with the number five in various contexts.
Meaning
five
Language Evolution
Cinque (Italian), Cinco (Spanish), Cinq (French)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in relation to the historical incident involving the slave ship Amistad, where Cinque was one of the leaders of the revolt.
Variants & Derivatives
Cinco, Cinq
Modern Popularity & Image
Cinque is often viewed as a unique and culturally rich name, associated with strength and leadership due to its historical significance.
Famous People
Cinque (Joseph Cinqué), leader of the Amistad rebellion
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 27 peak births in 1998
Geographic Spread
Popular across 1 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cinque"
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 "Cinque"
"Cinque" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4482nd of 10718 | 85 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6617th of 16616 | 87 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7113th of 24088 | 155 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 18910th of 23106 | 12 |
Regional Popularity of "Cinque" 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) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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63.81% 4762nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Cinque" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Cinque"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cinque" 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 "Cinque" in the United States
The name Cinque is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Cinque has been stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Cinque' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4482nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6617th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7113th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 18910th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Cinque' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.