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Sincere Pronunciation

Sincere is pronounced sin-SEER /sɪnˈsɪr/High

Meaning: From the English word sincere — Latin sincerus, 'pure, genuine, honest, whole'Medium

In 30 seconds: True to the heart: Sincere is the word for honest, genuine, heartfelt — a virtue-name with warmth and integrity. Pure and real.

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Origin MediumLatin, English

MeaningFrom the English word sincere — Latin sincerus, 'pure, genuine, honest, whole'

U.S. rank (2024)#4176 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births35 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2009

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,427

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Sincere comes from the English word sincere — Latin sincerus, 'pure, genuine, honest'. A modern virtue word-name (used for both sexes), it celebrates honesty and heartfelt warmth.

It registers thinly for girls. Rare, genuine at the root, and heartfelt.

Did you know? Sincere, from Latin sincerus, 'pure, whole', joins virtue word-names like Honor and True — a name that promises a genuine heart.

Overall data confidence 75%

Oxford English Dictionary — sincere — word origin

Variations

SinceereSyncere

Nicknames

Cere

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If you like Sincere…

Honor— a fellow virtue word-name

Amity— another warm virtue-name

Syncere— shares Sincere's Latin roots

Adore— a similarly popular pick

Lenore— shares Sincere's English roots

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Sincere?

Sincere is pronounced sin-SEER (/sɪnˈsɪr/). Press play above to hear Sincere said aloud.

How do you say Sincere?

Sincere is said sin-SEER (/sɪnˈsɪr/). Press play above to hear Sincere said aloud.

What does the name Sincere mean?

Sincere is the word for 'genuine, honest', from Latin sincerus, 'pure, whole'.

Is Sincere a boy or girl name?

Sincere is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Sincere?

Sincere is a rare name for girls in the U.S.