Cynthia

Meaning

Cynthia is a classical feminine name used for Artemis, or Diana in Roman tradition, with the title said to come from Mount Cynthus, where the goddess was born. In later usage it became a poetic synonym for the moon and a girl’s name in English-speaking countries.

Origin

Fun fact

The excerpts note that Cynthia was already found as a female name in Northampton parish registers.