"precious purple gemstone (jacinth)"
Origin: Greek
Language: Spanish
Jacinta
Pronunciation: [ j-uhs-IHNT-uh ]
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The Story of Jacinta
Jacinta is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Hyacinthia, derived from the Greek 'hyakinthos' — the beautiful flowering plant. In Greek mythology, Hyacinthus was a young Spartan prince beloved by the god Apollo; when he died, Apollo transformed his blood into the hyacinth flower. The Catholic Church has Saint Jacinta, and the name became particularly beloved in Catholic cultures throughout Latin America.
Jacinta has been consistently popular in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries for centuries. It gained renewed international attention when New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern made headlines worldwide for her compassionate leadership style, though her name uses the variant spelling Jacinda.
Blessed Jacinta Marto (1910-1920) was one of the three shepherd children of Fátima in Portugal who reportedly witnessed Marian apparitions in 1917. She was beatified in 2000 and canonized in 2017, making the name deeply revered in Catholic Portugal and around the world.
Historical Record
Jacinta first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 3,247 babies have been named Jacinta in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jacinta is past its peak , currently ranked #4,705 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Blessed Jacinta Marto of Fátima is one of the youngest non-martyrs to be canonized by the Catholic Church
- The hyacinth flower gets its name from the Greek myth of Hyacinthus, beloved by Apollo
- New Zealand's Jacinda Ardern (variant spelling) became a global icon of progressive leadership
Jacinta in Other Languages
Greek
Ὑάκινθος
English
Hyacinth
Italian
Giacinta
Spanish
Jacinta
Portuguese
Jacinta
Popularity Over Time
#4,705
Current Rank
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Trend
Peaked 1982
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Jacinta
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Jacinta Nampijinpa Price
Politician
1981
Australian politician and Senator, of Warlpiri and Celtic heritage
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Jacinta Marto
Religious
1910
Portuguese visionary of Fátima, canonized as a saint in 2017; one of the youngest non-martyrs ever canonized
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #4,705
- Total SSA Count
- 29
- Cultural Origins
- Spanish Portuguese Latin American Filipino
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Jaci
Cinta
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jacinta
What does the name Jacinta mean?
"precious purple gemstone (jacinth)" (from Greek). Jacinta is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Hyacinthia, derived from the Greek 'hyakinthos' — the beautiful flowering plant. In Greek mythology, Hyacinthus was a young Spartan prince beloved by the god Apollo; when he died, Apollo transformed his blood into the hyacinth flower. The Catholic Church has Saint Jacinta, and the name became particularly beloved in Catholic cultures throughout Latin America.
What is the origin of the name Jacinta?
Jacinta has Greek, Spanish, Portuguese, Latin American, and Filipino origins. In Greek, it means "precious purple gemstone (jacinth)".
Is Jacinta a boy or girl name?
Jacinta is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Jacinta?
Jacinta is pronounced j-uhs-IHNT-uh.
How popular is the name Jacinta?
Jacinta is currently ranked #4705 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Jacinta?
Common nicknames for Jacinta include Jaci, Cinta, and Jacin.
What are good middle names for Jacinta?
Popular middle name pairings include Jacinta Maria, Jacinta Sofia, Jacinta Isabel, Jacinta Elena, Jacinta Carmen, and Jacinta Lucia.
What are good sibling names for Jacinta?
Names that pair well with Jacinta as siblings include Rodrigo, Catalina, Fernando, Esperanza, Miguel, and Rosario.
How many syllables does Jacinta have?
Jacinta has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Jacinta a common or rare name?
Jacinta is an uncommon name, ranked #4705 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Jacinta
Jacinta is a girl name with Spanish, Portuguese, Latin American, and Filipino origins . The name means "precious purple gemstone (jacinth)" in Greek .
Jacinta is currently ranked #4,705 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Jacinta has 3 syllables and is pronounced j-uhs-IHNT-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Jacinta include Jaci, Cinta, and Jacin. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Jacinta include Jacie, Jaci . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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