Find out how popular the first name Cinque has been for the last 49 years (from 1974 to 2022) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Cinque by gender

Based on the last 49 years of data, Cinque is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2022, there were 7 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Cinque.

The history of the first name Cinque

The given name Cinque has its origins in the Italian language. It is derived from the Italian word "cinque," which means "five" in English. The name is believed to have originated in Italy during the medieval period.

Cinque is thought to have been used as a nickname or given name for children born as the fifth child in a family. In Italian culture, numerical names were sometimes given to children to signify their birth order within the family.

One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Cinque can be found in the writings of the Italian poet Dante Alighieri, who lived from 1265 to 1321. In his literary work, Dante mentions a character named Cinque di Terzino, suggesting that the name was in use during that time period.

The name gained further prominence in the 16th century when it was associated with a famous African-born slave named Cinque. Cinque was one of the leaders of the Amistad rebellion in 1839, where a group of captive Africans seized control of the Spanish slave ship Amistad. His courage and determination in fighting for freedom made him a celebrated figure in the abolitionist movement.

Another notable figure with the name Cinque was Cinque Hayford (1855-1919), a Ghanaian writer and educator who played a significant role in promoting education and cultural preservation in West Africa.

In the literary world, Cinque also appears as the name of a character in the novel "Roots" by Alex Haley, published in 1976. This character was based on Cinque, the leader of the Amistad rebellion.

Other historical figures with the name Cinque include Cinque Terre (1270-1349), an Italian explorer and navigator, and Cinque Campi (1492-1567), an Italian painter and sculptor during the Renaissance period.

While the name Cinque is not as common as many other Italian names, it has maintained a presence throughout history, often associated with individuals who have left a lasting impact in various fields, from literature and art to social movements and exploration.

Data source

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