Jacinto

Pronunciation: [ j-uhs-IHNT-oh ]

Boy Name #2,831 Most Popular Hidden Gem 3 Syllables

Named for a mythic flower and a beloved saint

Spanish Portuguese Latin American Filipino

Traditional Elegant Spiritual Classic

Meaning & Origin

"hyacinth flower"

Origin: Greek via Spanish

Language: Spanish

"purple gemstone (jacinth)"

Origin: Greek

Language: English

The Story of Jacinto

Jacinto is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Hyacinth, derived from the Greek name Hyakinthos. In Greek mythology, Hyacinthus was a beautiful Spartan youth loved by the god Apollo. When he died, Apollo caused a flower to grow from his blood. The name became popular across the Iberian Peninsula through Saint Hyacinth of Poland, a 13th-century Dominican friar.

Jacinto has been a traditional name in Spanish-speaking countries for centuries, common in Spain, Mexico, and the Philippines which has strong Spanish Catholic naming traditions. It peaked in popularity in the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Saint Hyacinth (Jacinto) of Poland (1185-1257) is one of the most venerated saints in Poland and the Dominican order. In Latin American cultures, naming a son Jacinto often carries a strong religious devotion to this saint.

Fun Facts

In Greek myth, the hyacinth flower grew from the blood of the beautiful youth Hyacinthus
Saint Hyacinth of Poland is credited with miracles during the Mongol invasion of 1241
The fragrant hyacinth flower is named after the same mythological figure

Jacinto in Other Languages

Greek Hyakinthos

French Jacinthe

Polish Hiacynt

English Hyacinth

Italian Giacinto

Famous People Named Jacinto

Jacinto Benavente

Writer

1866

Spanish playwright who won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1922

Saint Hyacinth of Poland

Religious

1185

13th-century Dominican friar and missionary, canonized in 1594, patron saint of Poland

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 3
Popularity Rank: #2,831
Total SSA Count: 45
Cultural Origins: Spanish Portuguese Latin American Filipino
Pronunciation: Moderate
Formality: Formal
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Alternative Spellings

Jaciel #2151

Common Nicknames

Jaci Cinto

Pairs Well With

Jacinto Miguel Jacinto Antonio Jacinto Luis Jacinto Carlos Jacinto Rafael Jacinto Eduardo Jacinto Andres

Sibling Names

Diego Mateo Pablo Sofia Isabella Valentina Lucia Carmen

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Frequently Asked Questions About Jacinto

What does the name Jacinto mean?

"hyacinth flower" (from Greek via Spanish). "purple gemstone (jacinth)" (from Greek). Jacinto is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Hyacinth, derived from the Greek name Hyakinthos. In Greek mythology, Hyacinthus was a beautiful Spartan youth loved by the god Apollo. When he died, Apollo caused a flower to grow from his blood. The name became popular across the Iberian Peninsula through Saint Hyacinth of Poland, a 13th-century Dominican friar.

What is the origin of the name Jacinto?

Jacinto has Greek via Spanish, Greek, Spanish, Portuguese, Latin American, and Filipino origins. In Greek via Spanish, it means "hyacinth flower". In Greek, it means "purple gemstone (jacinth)".

Is Jacinto a boy or girl name?

Jacinto is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Jacinto?

Jacinto is pronounced j-uhs-IHNT-oh.

How popular is the name Jacinto?

Jacinto is currently ranked #2831 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Jacinto?

Common nicknames for Jacinto include Jaci and Cinto.

What are good middle names for Jacinto?

Popular middle name pairings include Jacinto Miguel, Jacinto Antonio, Jacinto Luis, Jacinto Carlos, Jacinto Rafael, Jacinto Eduardo, and Jacinto Andres.

What are good sibling names for Jacinto?

Names that pair well with Jacinto as siblings include Diego, Mateo, Pablo, Sofia, Isabella, Valentina, Lucia, and Carmen.

How many syllables does Jacinto have?

Jacinto has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.

Is Jacinto a common or rare name?

Jacinto is an uncommon name, ranked #2831 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Jacinto

Jacinto is a boy name with Spanish, Portuguese, Latin American, and Filipino origins . The name means "hyacinth flower" in Greek via Spanish .

Jacinto is currently ranked #2,831 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Jacinto has 3 syllables and is pronounced j-uhs-IHNT-oh, making it distinctive and memorable.

Common nicknames for Jacinto include Jaci and Cinto. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Jacinto include Jaciel . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.