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Jacinta represents the feminine form of Jacinto, which is the Spanish and Portuguese variant of the ancient Greek name Hyákinthos (Ὑάκινθος). This name refers to a figure from Greek mythology and means 'the hyacinth.'
What does the name Jacinta mean?
Jacinta is the feminine counterpart to Jacinto, the Spanish and Portuguese form of the ancient Greek name Hyákinthos (Ὑάκινθος). This name has its roots in a Greek legend and means 'the hyacinth.' In Greek mythology, Hyakinthos was the beloved of the god Apollo. When Hyakinthos died from an accidental discus throw by Apollo, a flower bloomed from his blood, which is now known as the hyacinth. The first name Jacinta is especially common in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking regions but is also gaining popularity in Australia and New Zealand. Notable bearers of the name include British author Jacinta Nandi and Australian actress Jacinta Stapleton. Similar variants include Jacinda and Jacintha.
Where does the name Jacinta come from?
Jacinta has its origins in ancient Greek and means 'the hyacinth.' The name has influences from Australia, New Zealand, Portuguese, and Spanish.
How do you pronounce Jacinta?
The pronunciation of Jacinta is three syllables and is pronounced as 'Ja-cin-ta' [xaˈsinta] or [jaˈsinta]. The clear initial letter provides a striking start, while the hissing s in the middle syllable adds structure. The strong t before the open ending sets a distinct accent. Jacinta has a lively and rhythmic sound - clearly defined and harmonious in overall impression.
When is the name day of Jacinta?
The name day of Jacinta is celebrated on February 20th in honor of Saint Jacinta Marto.
Popularity
In Germany, Jacinta is a rather rare first name. Currently, it ranks 5,884th on the list of the most popular female first names. The best ranking was achieved in 2010 with 2,348th place. In the last ten years, the name Jacinta has been given around 30 times, placing it 5,353rd in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 5,387th.
Nicknames & pet names
Acinta Cinta / Jaci / Sinta
Similar first names
Famous people
- Jacinta Brondgeest (American musician)
- Jacinta Coleman (New Zealand cyclist)
- Jacinta Escudos (Salvadoran writer)
- Jacinta Hamilton (Australian basketball player)
- Jacinta John (Australian actress)
- Jacinta Marto (Portuguese Catholic blessed and Mother of God seer from Fatima)
- Jacinta McDevitt (writer from the Netherlands)
- Jacinta Nandi (writer from the United Kingdom)
- Jacinta Sandiford (Ecuadorian high jumper)
- Jacinta Stapleton (Australian actress)
- Jacinta van Lint (Australian swimmer)
- Jacinta Wawatai (actress)
Frequently asked questions about the name Jacinta
What is the origin of the name Jacinta?
Jacinta has its roots in ancient Greek and derives from Hyákinthos, meaning 'the hyacinth.' The name is particularly common in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries but has also gained popularity in Australia and New Zealand.
What does the name Jacinta mean?
The name Jacinta means 'the hyacinth' and is closely associated with a Greek legend in which the flower emerged from the blood of the mythological Hyakinthos, who was loved by Apollo.
How popular is the name Jacinta?
Jacinta is especially common in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking regions. It is also gaining popularity in countries like Australia and New Zealand, making it an internationally recognized first name.