Cinamon
A feminine name derived from the spice cinnamon, associated with warmth and sweetness.
Name Census estimates that about 43 living Americans carry the first name Cinamon. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Cinamon today is around 54 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Cinamon births was 1969 (26 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Cinamon. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Cinamon. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
43
~ 1 in 7,971,031 Americans
Peak year
1969
26 babies that year
Average age
54
years old
1991 SSA rank
#11,811
Tracked since 1969
Popularity
Cinamon: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Cinamon from the 1960s through to the 1990s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1960s, with 26 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1960s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Cinamon by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Cinamon during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Cinamons live
Origin
Meaning and history of Cinamon
The name Cinamon originates from the ancient Greek word "kinnamomon," which translates to "cinnamon wood." This word is derived from the Phoenician "qinnamon," which was borrowed from the Malay-Indonesian term "kaina-manis," meaning "sweet wood." The name is closely tied to the aromatic spice cinnamon, which has been prized since ancient times for its distinctive flavor and aroma.
In ancient times, cinnamon was a highly valued commodity, and its trade routes stretched from the Indian subcontinent to the Mediterranean region. The name Cinamon likely emerged as a way to honor the significance of this precious spice in various cultures and civilizations.
One of the earliest known references to the name Cinamon can be found in the works of the Greek philosopher and botanist Theophrastus, who lived in the 4th century BCE. He mentioned the spice cinnamon in his writings, which suggests that the name may have been in use during that era or even earlier.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Cinamon. One of the earliest recorded examples is Cinamon of Gaul, a Christian martyr who lived in the 3rd century CE. She was executed for her faith during the persecution of Christians under the Roman Emperor Decius.
Another significant figure with this name is Cinamon of Tarsus, a 5th-century Christian saint and bishop of Tarsus (modern-day Turkey). He is venerated in the Eastern Orthodox Church for his piety and devotion to the Christian faith.
In the 12th century, there was a Cinamon de Brabant, a Flemish noblewoman and courtier who served as a lady-in-waiting to the Countess of Hainaut. She is mentioned in various historical records from that period, showcasing the use of the name in medieval Europe.
During the Renaissance period, Cinamon Veneziano was an Italian painter and artist who lived in the 15th century. He is known for his frescoes and religious artwork, which adorned several churches and buildings in Italy.
In more recent history, Cinamon Hadley was an American writer and poet who lived from 1890 to 1973. She was known for her works exploring themes of nature, spirituality, and the human experience.
While the name Cinamon may have its roots in ancient times, its enduring popularity and use throughout various eras and cultures demonstrate its timeless appeal and connection to the rich history and significance of the beloved spice.
People
Cinamon + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Cinamon as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with C
Other first names starting with C with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Cinamon: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Cinamon?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 43 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Cinamon going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 7,971,031 US residents.
Is Cinamon a common name?
We classify Cinamon as "Very Rare". It ranks above 52.1% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 49 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Cinamon most popular?
The single biggest year for Cinamon was 1969, when 26 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Cinamon is about 54 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Cinamon in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Cinamon a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Cinamon in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Cinamon still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Cinamon in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Cinamon can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are named Cinamon?
Our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers how many Americans are named Cinamon at a glance, with the living-bearer count up front.