Greek · Girl name
Cynthia
“from Kynthos”
About the name Cynthia
Cynthia is derived from the Greek word ‘Kynthos’, referring to Mount Cynthus on the island of Delos, which is associated with the goddess Artemis. The name has been used in literature and poetry, notably in Shakespeare’s works. Cynthia is often linked to the moon, as Artemis is the goddess of the moon in Greek mythology.
- Meaning
- from Kynthos
- Origin
- Greek
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- sin-THI-ah(3 syl.)
Middle names for Cynthia
- Cynthia Rose
- Cynthia Marie
- Cynthia Ann
- Cynthia Elizabeth
- Cynthia Jane
Questions about Cynthia
- What does Cynthia mean?
- Cynthia is a Greek name meaning "from Kynthos".
- How do you pronounce Cynthia?
- Cynthia is pronounced sin-THI-ah, with emphasis on the second syllable.
- What are variants of Cynthia?
- Variants of Cynthia include Cinthia, Cinthya, Cintia.
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