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Cupid

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Cupid is a boy’s name of Latin origin, meaning “Derived from the Latin 'cupido,' meaning 'desire' or 'passion.' The Roman god of love.”, and peaked in popularity in 1981.

Letters5
Syllables2
OriginLatin

What Cupid Means

Derived from the Latin 'cupido,' meaning 'desire' or 'passion.' The Roman god of love.

The Story of Cupid

Born from the very essence of desire, this name personifies the thrilling, playful spark that brings hearts together.

Cupid, derived from the Latin 'cupido,' directly translates to 'desire' or 'passion.' He is the Roman god of love, famously depicted as a mischievous winged boy with bow and arrows. The name appeared in records in 1981, with its peak usage in that same year.

When you call your son Cupid, you are invoking a spirit of joyful connection and heartfelt affection. This is a name for a child you imagine will be a source of warmth and charm, someone who naturally draws others in with a playful, loving energy.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Personality Traits

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Peak Year

#6 in 1981

Total Births

11

First Recorded

1981

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