Jacinta
Jacinta is a feminine given name of Spanish and Portuguese origin. It is the feminine form of Jacinto, from the Greek hyakinthos, meaning hyacinth—the flowering plant. Related names include Hyacintha or Hyacinth in English and Jacinthe in French.
In modern times, Jacinta is most common in Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking countries, including Spain, Portugal, and
Variants and diminutives: Common nicknames include Jaci in Portuguese-speaking communities. The name is sometimes shortened in
Cultural associations: The hyacinth flower, from which the name derives, is a symbol in various cultures of
In literature and media, Jacinta is used for female characters in Spanish- and Portuguese-language works, reflecting