"sincere, genuine, authentic"
Origin: Latin sincerus
Language: English
Cincere
Boy Name
#3,770 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
2 Syllables
A virtue name celebrating genuine, sincere character
African-American
Modern
Bold
Unique
Strong
Meaning & Origin
"pure, whole, undiluted"
Origin: Latin
Language: English
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.
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
Famous People Named Cincere
C
Cincere Mason
Athlete
2001
American professional basketball player in the NBA
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
Cin
Cere
Pairs Well With
Cincere James
Cincere Malik
Cincere Omar
Cincere Xavier
Cincere Deon
Cincere Andre
Cincere Ray
Sibling Names
Also a Girl Name
Cincere is also used as a girl name, ranked #12520.
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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.