Cindy Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Cindy Name at a Glance

Name	Cindy
Meaning	Dimunitive of Cynthia, Lucinda, and Cinderella.
Origin	English
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Cindy Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Cindy means “Dimunitive of Cynthia, Lucinda, and Cinderella”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Cindy Name Origin

Our database records Cindy under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Cindy a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Cindy is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Cindy

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