"sincere, genuine, authentic"
Origin: Latin sincerus
Language: English
Cincere
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"pure, whole, undiluted"
Origin: Latin
Language: English
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The Story of Cincere
Cincere is an alternate spelling of Sincere, which comes from the Latin 'sincerus' meaning pure, whole, or genuine. The word originally described undiluted substances (particularly honey or wine not mixed with water). As a name, it emerged strongly in African-American communities in the late 1990s and 2000s as a virtue name celebrating authenticity and genuine character.
The name Sincere and its variants (including Cincere) rose rapidly in the African-American community in the late 1990s alongside other virtue names like Destiny, Miracle, and Unique. These names reflect a tradition of aspirational naming — giving children words that embody positive character traits.
Virtue names have a long tradition in African-American naming culture, representing hopes and aspirations for a child's character. Cincere, like Sincere, celebrates authenticity and genuine character in a world where those qualities are prized.
Historical Record
Cincere first appeared in US Social Security records in 1999.
Over 725 babies have been named Cincere in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cincere is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #3,770 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- 'Sincere' may come from the Latin phrase 'sine cera' (without wax) — referring to honest sculptures not repaired with wax to hide cracks
- Virtue names like Sincere/Cincere are part of a rich tradition of aspirational naming in African-American communities
Cincere in Other Languages
Latin
Sincerus
French
Sincère
Italian
Sincero
Spanish
Sincero
Popularity Over Time
#3,770
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #3,770
- Total SSA Count
- 30
- Cultural Origins
- African-American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
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Cere
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cincere
What does the name Cincere mean?
"sincere, genuine, authentic" (from Latin sincerus). "pure, whole, undiluted" (from Latin). Cincere is an alternate spelling of Sincere, which comes from the Latin 'sincerus' meaning pure, whole, or genuine. The word originally described undiluted substances (particularly honey or wine not mixed with water). As a name, it emerged strongly in African-American communities in the late 1990s and 2000s as a virtue name celebrating authenticity and genuine character.
What is the origin of the name Cincere?
Cincere has Latin sincerus, Latin, and African-American origins. In Latin sincerus, it means "sincere, genuine, authentic". In Latin, it means "pure, whole, undiluted".
Is Cincere a boy or girl name?
Cincere is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #3770. As a girl name, it is ranked #12520. Cincere is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Cincere?
Cincere is currently ranked #3770 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Cincere?
Common nicknames for Cincere include Cin and Cere.
What are good middle names for Cincere?
Popular middle name pairings include Cincere James, Cincere Malik, Cincere Omar, Cincere Xavier, Cincere Deon, Cincere Andre, and Cincere Ray.
What are good sibling names for Cincere?
Names that pair well with Cincere as siblings include Amari, Zaire, Sincere, Destiny, Miracle, and Legacy.
How many syllables does Cincere have?
Cincere has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Cincere a common or rare name?
Cincere is an uncommon name, ranked #3770 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Cincere
Cincere is a boy name with African-American origins . The name means "sincere, genuine, authentic" in Latin sincerus .
Is Cincere a boy or girl name? Cincere is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #3,770 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #12,520. Cincere is more commonly used as a boy name.
Cincere is currently ranked #3,770 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Cincere has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Cincere include Cin and Cere. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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