| Meaning | hyacinth |
| Origin | Greek, Latin, Portuguese, Spanish |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 7 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | Ja-cin-to |
About Jacinto
Jacinto radiates warmth and cultural richness with its flowing, romantic sound that immediately evokes Mediterranean sunshine and artistic sensibility. This name carries an inherent musicality that makes it pleasant to hear and speak, creating positive associations from first introduction. The three-syllable structure provides substance and completeness while maintaining graceful movement from beginning to end. Jacinto offers distinctive character in English-speaking regions while feeling comfortably familiar in Hispanic and Portuguese communities, making it ideal for multicultural families. The soft J sound combined with the bright vowels creates an approachable yet distinguished impression. Parents selecting Jacinto often appreciate names with personality and flair rather than stark minimalism. The name suggests creativity, warmth, and cultural awareness—qualities many hope to nurture in their children. Jacinto works beautifully in formal documents while feeling natural in casual settings. Its relative rarity in many areas provides welcome distinction without confusion. The name carries artistic associations without feeling pretentious, offering sophistication with genuine charm. Jacinto represents cultural celebration and individual expression.
Nicknames for Jacinto
| Jac |
| Jack |
| Cinto |
| Jace |
Famous People Named Jacinto
| Jacinto Benavente | Spanish playwright |
| Jacinto Zamora | Filipino priest and martyr |
| Jacinto Peynado | Former President of the Dominican Republic |
| Jacinto Convit | Venezuelan physician and scientist |
| Jacinto Herrera | Spanish cyclist |
| Jacinto Quincoces | Spanish footballer and coach |
| Jacinto Kala | Papua New Guinean politician |
| Jacinto Mendoza | Mexican boxer |
| Jacinto Figueira Jr. | Brazilian musician |
| Jacinto Santos | Portuguese judoka |
| Jacinto de Evia | Mexican-American photographer |
| Jacinto Vasquez | Panamanian jockey |
| Jacinto Roca | Spanish entrepreneur |
| Jacinto Molina | Spanish actor and filmmaker |
| Jacinto Cipriota | Argentine rugby player |
| Jacinto Tchipa | Angolan basketball player |
| Jacinto Barreto | Indian footballer |
| Jacinto Rodrigues | Cape Verdean poet |
| Jacinto Elá | Equatorial Guinean politician |
Characters Named Jacinto
| Jacinto Canek | character in the novel "Canek" by Ermilo Abreu Gómez |
| Jacinto Roca | character in the film "The Flower of My Secret" by Pedro Almodóvar |
| Jacinto Montes de Oca | character in the film "El crimen del Padre Amaro" |
| Jacinto Molina | character in the film "Werewolf Shadow" |
| Jacinto Benavente | character in the play "La Lozana Andaluza" by Francisco Delicado |
| Jacinto Verdaguer | character in the film "Verdaguer" |
| Jacinto Pereira | character in the film "A Bagaceira" |
| Jacinto Ramos | character in the film "The Time of the Doves" |
| Jacinto Espinosa | character in the TV series "El Tiempo entre Costuras" |