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Jacinta Pronunciation

Jacinta is pronounced hah-SEEN-tah /hɑˈsin.tɑ/Medium

Meaning: Spanish/Portuguese form of Hyacinth — from Greek hyakinthos, the hyacinth flower (and a precious blue stone)High

In 30 seconds: Fragrant and floral: Jacinta is the Spanish Hyacinth — the sweet blue flower. Lyrical, devout, and warm (St Jacinta of Fatima).

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Origin HighGreek, Spanish

MeaningSpanish/Portuguese form of Hyacinth — from Greek hyakinthos, the hyacinth flower (and a precious blue stone)

U.S. rank (2024)#4689 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births29 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1982

Total births (all-time)≈ 3,514

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Jacinta is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Hyacinth — from Greek hyakinthos, the hyacinth flower (and a precious blue stone). Borne by St Jacinta Marto of Fatima, it's a lyrical, devout flower-name.

In the U.S. it appears in Latino families. Rare, hyacinth at the root, and devout.

Did you know? Jacinta is the Spanish and Portuguese Hyacinth, from Greek hyakinthos — the fragrant blue flower (and a gem); St Jacinta was one of the children of Fatima.

Overall data confidence 82%

Behind the Name — Jacinta — etymology

Variations

JacindaHyacinthGiacinta

Nicknames

CintaJaci

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Jacinta?

Jacinta is pronounced hah-SEEN-tah (/hɑˈsin.tɑ/). Press play above to hear Jacinta said aloud.

How do you say Jacinta?

Jacinta is said hah-SEEN-tah (/hɑˈsin.tɑ/). Press play above to hear Jacinta said aloud.

What does the name Jacinta mean?

Jacinta is the Spanish Hyacinth — the hyacinth flower (Greek).

Is Jacinta a boy or girl name?

Jacinta is a girl's name.

How popular is Jacinta?

Jacinta is a rare name in the U.S.