Girl
Cindy
from Mount Kynthos
About Cindy
Sweet simplicity defines this retro choice that's completing its cultural cycle back toward fresh consideration. The name evokes mid-century charm and unpretentious friendliness. While it peaked decades ago, that distance now allows for rediscovery by parents attracted to vintage aesthetics. The two-syllable ease makes it instantly approachable and memorizable. This name doesn't demand attention or make grand statements—instead, it offers gentle, genuine warmth. The informal quality means it functions as a complete name rather than necessarily requiring a longer formal version. For families valuing names that feel like old friends, comfortable and welcoming rather than impressive or imposing, this hits the mark. Its straightforward spelling eliminates confusion, and its familiar sound creates instant accessibility across generations and cultural contexts.
Popularity of the Name Cindy
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1938 | #974 | ||||
| 1939 | #883 | ||||
| 1940 | #834 | ||||
| 1941 | #690 | ||||
| 1942 | #496 | ||||
| 1943 | #477 | ||||
| 1944 | #446 | ||||
| 1945 | #389 | ||||
| 1946 | #284 | ||||
| 1947 | #223 | ||||
| 1948 | #213 | ||||
| 1949 | #212 | ||||
| 1950 | #185 | ||||
| 1951 | #154 | ||||
| 1952 | #140 | ||||
| 1953 | #99 | ||||
| 1954 | #91 | ||||
| 1955 | #79 | ||||
| 1956 | #37 | ||||
| 1957 | #19 | #141 | |||
| 1958 | #25 | #211 | |||
| 1959 | #25 | #188 | |||
| 1960 | #30 | #208 | |||
| 1961 | #33 | #185 | |||
| 1962 | #34 | #213 | |||
| 1963 | #37 | #169 | |||
| 1964 | #47 | #173 | |||
| 1965 | #53 | #137 | |||
| 1966 | #56 | #137 | |||
| 1967 | #59 | #153 | |||
| 1968 | #67 | #148 | |||
| 1969 | #74 | #174 | |||
| 1970 | #72 | #115 | |||
| 1971 | #70 | #125 | |||
| 1972 | #80 | #149 | #483 | ||
| 1973 | #92 | #117 | #413 | ||
| 1974 | #103 | #91 | |||
| 1975 | #112 | #105 | |||
| 1976 | #120 | #151 | |||
| 1977 | #132 | #203 | #539 | ||
| 1978 | #134 | #139 | |||
| 1979 | #136 | #141 | |||
| 1980 | #150 | #136 | #446 | ||
| 1981 | #163 | #156 | |||
| 1982 | #167 | #183 | |||
| 1983 | #177 | #158 | |||
| 1984 | #179 | #158 | |||
| 1985 | #174 | #172 | #392 | ||
| 1986 | #185 | #204 | |||
| 1987 | #194 | #235 | #450 | ||
| 1988 | #179 | #233 | |||
| 1989 | #177 | #294 | |||
| 1990 | #187 | #351 | #458 | ||
| 1991 | #184 | #535 | #110 | ||
| 1992 | #183 | #403 | #123 | ||
| 1993 | #176 | #388 | #128 | ||
| 1994 | #196 | #395 | #113 | ||
| 1995 | #199 | #535 | #138 | ||
| 1996 | #195 | #156 | |||
| 1997 | #206 | #351 | #152 | ||
| 1998 | #236 | #323 | #176 | ||
| 1999 | #236 | #203 | |||
| 2000 | #263 | #359 | #215 | ||
| 2001 | #258 | #378 | #248 | ||
| 2002 | #258 | #375 | #233 | ||
| 2003 | #272 | #350 | #282 | ||
| 2004 | #305 | #713 | #379 | ||
| 2005 | #325 | #735 | #426 | ||
| 2006 | #368 | #432 | |||
| 2007 | #397 | #402 | |||
| 2008 | #433 | #391 | #609 | #414 | |
| 2009 | #532 | #958 | #927 | #647 | |
| 2010 | #528 | #559 | #741 | ||
| 2011 | #640 | #970 | #582 | ||
| 2012 | #757 | #943 | #694 | ||
| 2013 | #795 | #765 | #772 | ||
| 2014 | #711 | #964 | #693 | ||
| 2015 | #913 | #740 | |||
| 2019 | #882 | ||||
| 2020 | #495 | ||||
| 2021 | #760 | ||||
| 2018 | #954 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Cindy
- Cindi
- Cyndi
- Cyndy
- Sindy
Names Similar to Cindy
Nicknames for Cindy
- Cin
- Cici
- Cyn
- Cyndi
- Cindi
Famous People Named Cindy
| Cindy Crawford | American supermodel |
| Cindy McCain | American businesswoman and philanthropist |
| Cindy Birdsong | American singer, member of The Supremes |
| Cindy Breakspeare | Jamaican beauty queen and musician |
| Cindy Morgan | American actress and singer |
| Cindy Wilson | American singer, member of The B-52's |
| Cindy Pickett | American actress |
| Cindy Sheehan | American anti-war activist |
| Cindy Cash | American writer, daughter of Johnny Cash |
| Cindy Herron | American singer, member of En Vogue |
| Cindy Lou Hensley McCain | American businesswoman, wife of John McCain |
| Cindy Blackman Santana | American drummer |
| Cindy Margolis | American model and actress |
| Cindy DeAngelis Grossman | American businesswoman |
| Cindy Williams | Australian Paralympic swimmer |
| Cindy Sherman | Australian field hockey player |
| Cindy Chupack | American TV writer and producer |
| Cindy Klassen | Canadian speed skater and Olympic medalist |
Characters Named Cindy
| Cindy Lou Who | How the Grinch Stole Christmas |
| Cindy Brady | The Brady Bunch |
| Cindy "Mac" Mackenzie | Veronica Mars |
| Cindy Vortex | The Adventures of Jimmy Neutron - Boy Genius |
| Cindy "Cinderella" Eller | Once Upon a Time |
| Cindy "Windfall" Tifton | Justice League Unlimited |
| Cindy Chandler | Home and Away |
| Cindy Stone | Lilo & Stitch |
| Cindy Harrison | Neighbours |
| Cindy "C.J" Barnes | Baywatch |
| Cindy McPhearson | Grimm |
| Cindy Sanders | Popular |
| Cindy Rella | Fairy Tale Police Department |
| Cindy McPhee | The Incredible Hulk |
| Cindy "Cinder" | Ever After High |
| Cindy Bear | The Huckleberry Hound Show |
| Cindy the Cat | Five Nights at Candy's |