The baby name Giacinto is a Male name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced /dʒaˈtʃinto/ (jah-CHEEN-to).
Giacinto is Italian in Origin.
The baby name Giacinto is a Male name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced /dʒaˈtʃinto/ (jah-CHEEN-to).
Giacinto is Italian in Origin.
Italian Giacinto comes from Greek Hyákinthos, the mythic youth beloved of Apollo; from his death sprang the hyacinth, giving the name its floral sense and, by extension, a link to the jacinth gemstone. The core meaning is “hyacinth,” evoking spring, remembrance, and beauty.
In Italy the name has been used since the Middle Ages, strengthened by devotion to San Giacinto (St. Hyacinth of Poland, 13th century), and it enjoyed Renaissance and Baroque visibility among clergy, scholars, and artists. Though uncommon today, it carries a vintage, courtly tone. The linguistic path runs from Greek Hyákinthos, via Latin Hyacinthus, to Italian Giacinto. International variants and cognates include Jacinto (Spanish, Portuguese), Hyacinthe (French), Hyacinth (English), Jacek and Hiacynt (Polish), and Giacinta or Iacinta (Italian feminine). Related forms like Jacinth name the gemstone, while surnames such as Jacinto reflect the same root.
| Giacinto Scelsi Giacinto Scelsi was an Italian composer known for his innovative approach to music, particularly his use of microtonality and exploration of sound. One of his most famous works is 'Quattro pezzi su una nota sola', which showcases his unique style. His compositions have influenced many contemporary musicians and continue to be performed worldwide. |
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LU | Boys | 0 | #220 | 1 | 4,970 |
| France | Boys | 1966 | #272 | 3 | 1,105 |
| CN | Boys | 0 | #331 | 1 | 9,639 |
| IT | Boys | 0 | #333 | 3,462 | 10,046 |
| PL | Boys | 0 | #339 | 2 | 6,459 |
| OM | Girls | 0 | #424 | 1 | 15,987 |
| CR | Boys | 0 | #510 | 1 | 10,188 |
| IT | 0 | #583 | 133 | 4,183 | |
| CL | Boys | 0 | #700 | 1 | 13,390 |
| OM | Boys | 0 | #917 | 2 | 17,948 |
| Germany | Boys | 0 | #939 | 14 | 5,697 |
| MX | Boys | 0 | #1,032 | 2 | 16,355 |
| IT | Girls | 0 | #1,426 | 21 | 9,415 |
Giacinto is popular in 10 countries — most recent births per country:
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