Girl
Jacinta
hyacinth flower
About Jacinta
Jacinta embodies grace with a touch of adventure in her spirit. A name that carries both strength and delicacy, it creates a beautiful balance for a little girl who will likely grow to appreciate both quiet moments and bold discoveries.
Jacinta flows melodically when spoken, making it pleasant to call across a playground or whisper during bedtime stories. The name stands out in a classroom without feeling overly unusual, offering your daughter individuality while maintaining accessibility.
As she grows, Jacinta adapts beautifully to different stages of life, from an energetic toddler to a composed young woman. The name pairs well with most middle names and surnames, providing flexibility in combination with family traditions.
Popularity of the Name Jacinta
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| New Zealand | Ireland | |
|---|---|---|
| 1964 | #306 | #93 |
| 1969 | #311 | #108 |
| 1970 | #320 | #92 |
| 1971 | #316 | #105 |
| 1973 | #309 | #132 |
| 1974 | #223 | #119 |
| 1976 | #357 | #134 |
| 1977 | #375 | #138 |
| 1978 | #349 | #152 |
| 1979 | #302 | #136 |
| 1980 | #256 | #143 |
| 1981 | #356 | #131 |
| 1982 | #288 | #147 |
| 1983 | #227 | #125 |
| 1984 | #288 | #143 |
| 1985 | #249 | #139 |
| 1986 | #224 | #199 |
| 1987 | #212 | #158 |
| 1988 | #211 | #181 |
| 1989 | #214 | #191 |
| 1990 | #203 | #180 |
| 1991 | #215 | #192 |
| 1992 | #157 | #275 |
| 1993 | #178 | #214 |
| 1994 | #212 | #234 |
| 1995 | #176 | #369 |
| 1996 | #182 | #498 |
| 1997 | #304 | #375 |
| 1998 | #238 | #329 |
| 1999 | #220 | #474 |
| 2000 | #158 | #495 |
| 2001 | #281 | #416 |
| 2003 | #293 | #462 |
| 2004 | #373 | |
| 2005 | #342 | |
| 2007 | #431 | #768 |
| 2008 | #350 | |
| 1965 | #89 | |
| 1966 | #88 | |
| 1967 | #53 | |
| 1968 | #90 | |
| 1972 | #121 | |
| 1975 | #151 | |
| 2006 | #839 | |
| 2009 | #980 | |
| 2023 | #572 |
Top names by country: New Zealand · Ireland
Variations of Name Jacinta
- Jacinda
- Jacintha
- Jasinta
- Jasinda
- Jacinthia
- Jacyntha
Names Similar to Jacinta
Nicknames for Jacinta
- Jaci
- Jace
- Cin
- Cinta
