Cynthia vs Promise

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Promise

Girl #819 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"solemn commitment"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

African American American Nigerian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#819
Total SSA Count
336
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Promi, Prom

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Cynthia Rank #827
Promise Rank #819

Promise is more popular, ranked #819 vs #827 for Cynthia.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cynthia ___

  • Cynthia Marie
  • Cynthia Ann
  • Cynthia Louise
  • Cynthia Grace
  • Cynthia Jean
  • Cynthia Elizabeth

Promise ___

  • Promise Grace
  • Promise Joy
  • Promise Faith
  • Promise Hope
  • Promise Renee
  • Promise Marie

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cynthia

Patricia Sandra Deborah Gregory Ronald

If you choose Promise

Journey Genesis Destiny Miracle Blessing

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cynthia or Promise more popular?

Promise is more popular, ranked #819 compared to Cynthia at #827 in the United States.

What do Cynthia and Promise mean?

Cynthia means "woman from Mount Cynthus" (Greek origin). Promise means "solemn commitment" (English origin).

Are Cynthia and Promise boy or girl names?

Cynthia is primarily a girl name. Promise is primarily a girl name.

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