Cynthia
girl name#1013 in 2025Cynthia entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #7 in 1957, ranks #1013 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1013
rank today
#7
peak (1957)
247
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #257 |
| 1890s | #336 |
| 1900s | #404 |
| 1910s | #397 |
| 1920s | #353 |
| 1930s | #198 |
| 1940s | #78 |
| 1950s | #13 |
| 1960s | #12 |
| 1970s | #37 |
| 1980s | #71 |
| 1990s | #108 |
| 2000s | #234 |
| 2010s | #540 |
| 2020s | #880 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Cynthia has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 607,000 people named Cynthia are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cynthia alive today was born around 1960, making them about 65 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cynthia in 2025?
- Cynthia ranks #1013 among US girl names in 2025, with 247 babies given the name.
- When was the name Cynthia most popular?
- Cynthia peaked in 1957, reaching #7 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Cynthia with classmates?
- Cynthia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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