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What does the baby name Hyacinthe mean? Learn about what Hyacinthe means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Hyacinthe - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Hyacinthe
H-Y-A-C-I-N-T-H-E, is a 9-letter female given name.
Pronunciation of Hyacinthe
HY a SINTH
Meaning of Hyacinthe
Hyacinth, hyacinth plant.
Origin of Hyacinthe
The name 'Hyacinthe' has its origins in ancient Greek mythology. In Greek mythology, Hyacinthus was a young Spartan prince who was loved by the god Apollo. According to the myth, Hyacinthus was accidentally killed by a discus thrown by Apollo during a game of quoits. In his grief, Apollo transformed Hyacinthus' blood into a flower, which became known as the hyacinth. The name 'Hyacinthe' is the French feminine form of this ancient Greek name.
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Popularity of Hyacinthe
The name 'Hyacinthe' is not as widely popular as some other names, but it has been used throughout history. It has seen occasional usage in French-speaking countries, particularly in France and Quebec. However, it is not commonly used in English-speaking countries.
Hyacinthe currently has 1 like, and is in the top 20% of liked girl's names. The name Chinue is slightly more popular than Hyacinthe.

Etymology of Hyacinthe

The name 'Hyacinthe' is derived from the Greek word 'hyakinthos', which refers to the hyacinth flower. The hyacinth is a fragrant flower that comes in various colors, including blue, purple, and pink. The name 'Hyacinthe' is a feminine form of the Greek name 'Hyacinthus', which means 'hyacinth flower'.

Cultural Significance of Hyacinthe

The name 'Hyacinthe' does not hold significant cultural significance in any particular culture. However, the hyacinth flower itself has symbolic meanings in different cultures. In ancient Greek mythology, the hyacinth flower symbolized beauty and sorrow. It was associated with the tragic death of Hyacinthus and was often used to represent grief and mourning.