Cyniah is an unique and captivating feminine given name, believed to have originated from Welsh roots. It's a variant spelling of the more common Cynthia, which itself derives from the Greek 'Kynthia', meaning 'woman from Kynthos'. Kynthos was a mythical island in the Aegean Sea, sacred to the goddess Artemis. Thus, Cyniah carries a timeless and enchanting aura, resonating with ancient mythology and Welsh heritage.
The name Cyniah experienced a significant increase in popularity from 2004 onwards, with the highest number of births occurring in 2007 and 2009. However, there has been a steady decline since 2010, reaching a recent low in 2022. Overall, Cyniah has been a relatively uncommon name throughout the 21-year period, with a total of 327 births recorded.