Cynthia
Meaning of Cynthia
Cynthia is a beautiful and timeless name for a baby girl. It has a feminine and elegant feel to it, making it a popular choice among parents. The name Cynthia is pronounced as SIN-thee-uh in both American English (/ˈsɪn.θi.ə/) and British English (/ˈsɪn.θi.ə/). It also has a variation, Cindy, which is often used as a nickname or given name on its own.
In the United States of America, Cynthia has been consistently used as a baby girl's name throughout the years. While its popularity has fluctuated over time, it remains a beloved choice for many families. In recent years, Cynthia has ranked around 300-400 in terms of occurrence and around 800-900 in terms of rank.
Overall, Cynthia is a classic and enduring name that exudes grace and charm. Its long history and continued usage make it an excellent option for parents seeking a timeless yet distinctive name for their little girl.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as SIN-thee-uh (/ˈsɪn.θi.ə/)
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Notable People Named Cynthia
| Cynthia Ann McKinney is a prominent American politician who served six terms in the United States House of Representatives and made history as the first African American woman elected to represent Georgia in the House. |
| Cynthia Lennon was the first wife of John Lennon and the mother of Julian Lennon. |
| Cynthia Nixon is an American actress known for her role as Miranda Hobbes in Sex and the City, as well as her work in films such as Amadeus and A Quiet Passion. |
| Cynthia Erivo is an award-winning English actress and singer known for her roles in The Color Purple on Broadway and the biopic Harriet. |
| Cynthia Breazeal is an American robotics scientist, entrepreneur, and professor at MIT known for her work in developing personal assistant robots and exploring the impact of social robots on everyday life. |
| Cynthia Wade is an award-winning American director and producer known for her documentaries on social issues and her advocacy for animal welfare and LGBT rights. |
| Cynthia Rylant is an accomplished American author and librarian known for writing over 100 children's books, many of which have received prestigious awards such as the Newbery Medal and Caldecott Honor. |
| Cynthia Lee Fontaine, also known as Carlos Díaz Hernández, is a Puerto Rican drag performer and reality TV personality recognized for her appearances on RuPaul's Drag Race. |
| Cynthia Ann Orozco is a prominent professor at Eastern New Mexico University, recognized for her contributions to the establishment of Chicana studies. |
| Cynthia Jane Barboza is a retired American volleyball player known for her career as an outside hitter at Stanford University. |
| Cynthia Ozick is a renowned American short story writer, novelist, and essayist. |
| Cynthia Dwork is an American computer scientist known for her work in cryptography, distributed computing, and algorithmic fairness, and is a co-inventor of differential privacy and proof-of-work. |
| Cynthia Michele Watros is an American actress known for her roles in daytime and primetime television, including Annie Dutton on Guiding Light, Kellie on The Drew Carey Show, Libby Smith on Lost, and Nina Reeves on General Hospital. |
| Cynthia Voigt is an acclaimed American author known for her young adult novels, including the Tillerman family series, which explores themes of adventure, mystery, racism, and child abuse. |
| Cynthia St-Georges is a Canadian curler from Laval, Quebec, and currently plays lead on Team Laurie St-Georges, her sister's team. |
