Cynthia vs Mary
Cynthia
Gender: boy
Origin: Greek
Meaning: Moon goddess
Peak: 1957 (1.87%)
Mary
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Beloved, wished-for child
Peak: 1880 (7.24%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Cynthia | Mary |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.06% | 7.24% |
| 1890 | 0.04% | 5.99% |
| 1900 | 0.03% | 5.26% |
| 1910 | 0.02% | 5.44% |
| 1920 | 0.02% | 5.71% |
| 1930 | 0.05% | 5.50% |
| 1940 | 0.16% | 4.76% |
| 1950 | 0.82% | 3.72% |
| 1960 | 1.28% | 2.48% |
| 1970 | 0.71% | 1.05% |
| 1980 | 0.26% | 0.64% |
| 1990 | 0.18% | 0.42% |
| 2000 | 0.10% | 0.31% |
FAQ
Is Cynthia or Mary more popular?
Mary has historically been more popular. Cynthia peaked in 1957 while Mary peaked in 1880.
What do Cynthia and Mary mean?
Cynthia means "Moon goddess" while Mary means "Beloved, wished-for child".