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      Meaning of the first name Cindee

      Origin

      Greek

      Meaning

      Diminutive form of Cynthia or Lucinda

      Variations

      Candee, Cinder, Mindee
      The name Cindee derives from Greek and serves as a diminutive form of either Cynthia or Lucinda. Cynthia, originating from Greek mythology, was an epithet of Artemis, the Greek goddess of the moon and hunting. It was first introduced as a given name by the English poet Sir Philip Sidney in the 16th century, appearing in his poem The Countess of Pembroke's Arcadia. Lucinda, on the other hand, is a combination of the Latin words lux meaning light, and indus meaning Indian. Lucinda gained popularity in the 18th and 19th centuries, with various literary references.

      Throughout history, the name Cindee has had sporadic usage. It began to gain prominence in the English-speaking world during the late 20th century and experienced some popularity in the United States. However, its usage remains relatively rare compared to other given names. In modern times, Cindee is often regarded as a variant spelling of Cindy, which is itself a diminutive of Cynthia. It could be inferred that individuals with this name might indicate a connection to Greek mythology or a perceived elegance associated with the names Cynthia or Lucinda. Overall, the name Cindee carries both a historical connotation and can be found in modern-day usage as a less common variant of Cindy.

      Based on our records...

      Shields

      Shields

      This is the most common surname associated with Cindee.
      Randell

      Randell

      This is the most common name of those married to a Cindee.
      Terry

      Terry

      This is the most common name for a child of a Cindee.
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      1956 is when there were the most people born with the first name Cindee.

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