"hyacinth flower"
Origin: Greek via Spanish
Language: Spanish
Jacinto
Pronunciation: [ j-uhs-IHNT-oh ]
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"purple gemstone (jacinth)"
Origin: Greek
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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.
Historical Record
Jacinto first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 2,231 babies have been named Jacinto in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jacinto is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #2,831 for boy names in the US .
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
Popularity Over Time
#2,831
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Famous People Named Jacinto
J
Jacinto Benavente
Writer
1866
Spanish playwright who won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1922
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Saint Hyacinth of Poland
Religious
1185
13th-century Dominican friar and missionary, canonized in 1594, patron saint of Poland
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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
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Common Nicknames
Jaci
Cinto
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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.
What boy names are similar to Jacinto?
Are there other spellings for Jacinto?
Related spellings include Jaciel.
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.
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