Cindy

Pronunciation: [ s-IHND-ee ]

Girl Name #1,660 Most Popular Hidden Gem 2 Syllables

A sweet 1950s classic carrying moonlight origins

American English Western

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Meaning & Origin

"moon goddess"

Origin: Greek

Language: English

The Story of Cindy

Cindy is a diminutive of Cynthia, which derives from the Greek 'Kynthia,' an epithet for the goddess Artemis (Diana) meaning 'woman of Mount Kynthos.' Mount Kynthos on the island of Delos was the legendary birthplace of Artemis and Apollo. Cynthia was also a poetic name for the moon goddess, making Cindy distantly connected to lunar and hunting imagery. The name became Cindy as an affectionate English short form that gained enough popularity to stand alone.

Cindy peaked in the United States in the 1950s and 1960s, making it one of the quintessential names of the Baby Boom generation. Its popularity was boosted by Cindy Sherman (born 1954) and later by supermodel Cindy Crawford, who kept the name in public consciousness through the 1980s-90s. The name has declined sharply for new babies and now carries a strong mid-century American flavor.

Cindy is indelibly associated with the American postwar era — think sock hops, poodle skirts, and Eisenhower-era suburban life. The name also connects to Cinderella through the nickname 'Cindy,' a connection reinforced by Disney's beloved 1950 animated film. The Brady Bunch's youngest girl Cindy (Cindy Brady) cemented the name in American pop culture.

Fun Facts

Supermodel Cindy Crawford has been photographed by virtually every major fashion photographer in the world and defined 1990s beauty standards
Cindy Sherman is considered one of the most important photographers of the 20th century, famous for her elaborate self-portraits in different personas

Cindy in Other Languages

Greek Κυνθία

French Cindy

German Cindy

Italian Cinzia

Spanish Cinthia

Famous People Named Cindy

Cindy Crawford

Other

1966

American supermodel who defined 1990s fashion, one of the most recognized faces in the world

Cindy Sherman

Artist

1954

American photographer and director, considered one of the most important artists of the 20th century

Cindy Brady Fictional

Other

Youngest daughter on The Brady Bunch TV series (1969-1974), a sweet and sometimes troublesome little sister

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Syllables: 2
Popularity Rank: #1,660
Total SSA Count: 123
Cultural Origins: American English Western
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Casual
Cross-Cultural Ease: High

Common Nicknames

Cin Sindy

Pairs Well With

Cindy Lou Cindy Ann Cindy Marie Cindy Sue Cindy Jo Cindy Lynn Cindy Grace

Sibling Names

Sandy Donna Bobby Tommy Debbie Randy Ronnie

Also a Boy Name

Cindy is also used as a boy name, ranked #30185.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cindy

What does the name Cindy mean?

"moon goddess" (from Greek). Cindy is a diminutive of Cynthia, which derives from the Greek 'Kynthia,' an epithet for the goddess Artemis (Diana) meaning 'woman of Mount Kynthos.' Mount Kynthos on the island of Delos was the legendary birthplace of Artemis and Apollo. Cynthia was also a poetic name for the moon goddess, making Cindy distantly connected to lunar and hunting imagery. The name became Cindy as an affectionate English short form that gained enough popularity to stand alone.

What is the origin of the name Cindy?

Cindy has Greek, American, English, and Western origins. In Greek, it means "moon goddess".

Is Cindy a boy or girl name?

Cindy is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1660. As a boy name, it is ranked #30185. Cindy is more commonly used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Cindy?

Cindy is pronounced s-IHND-ee.

How popular is the name Cindy?

Cindy is currently ranked #1660 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Cindy?

Common nicknames for Cindy include Cin and Sindy.

What are good middle names for Cindy?

Popular middle name pairings include Cindy Lou, Cindy Ann, Cindy Marie, Cindy Sue, Cindy Jo, Cindy Lynn, and Cindy Grace.

What are good sibling names for Cindy?

Names that pair well with Cindy as siblings include Sandy, Donna, Bobby, Tommy, Debbie, Randy, and Ronnie.

How many syllables does Cindy have?

Cindy has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Cindy a common or rare name?

Cindy is an uncommon name, ranked #1660 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Cindy

Cindy is a girl name with American, English, and Western origins . The name means "moon goddess" in Greek .

Is Cindy a boy or girl name? Cindy is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,660 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #30,185. Cindy is more commonly used as a girl name.

Cindy is currently ranked #1,660 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

The name Cindy has 2 syllables and is pronounced s-IHND-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Cindy include Cin and Sindy. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.