Cinna

Cinna is a masculine first name that has its origins as a Roman surname and likely has Etruscan roots. Translated, the name means "the gray-black."

What does the name Cinna mean?

Cinna is a masculine name that was once used as a Roman surname and likely has Etruscan origins. It may derive from the Latin word "cinna," which means "ash." In ancient times, one of Julius Caesar's fathers-in-law bore this name. Cinna also gained fame through the book series "The Hunger Games."

Where does the name Cinna come from?

The name Cinna has Etruscan roots and carries the meaning "the gray-black."

How do you pronounce Cinna?

The sound structure of Cinna is two syllables and flowing. In German pronunciation, the name is usually rendered as "Cin-na" [ˈtsɪna] or [ˈtʃɪna], with a short onset meeting an open, bright final syllable. The double consonant "-nn" creates a slight density in the middle, while the open "-a" gently concludes the name. This gives Cinna a calm and approachable feel – a name with a harmonious structure that possesses a friendly and unobtrusive aura.

Popularity

In Germany, Cinna is considered a rare first name. In 2022, it ranked 5,453rd in the list of the most common male baby names. Its best placement was in 2013, reaching 3,619th. Over the last ten years, Cinna has been given as a first name fewer than ten times, placing it 9,638th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 8,037th. Worldwide, Cinna's rankings can be found in various countries.

Famous people

• Cinna Lomnitz (physicist)