Traditionally, Cupid is male. He is widely known in classical mythology as the god of desire, erotic love, attraction, and affection. Many sources, including Study.com and Wikipedia, confirm this. He is often depicted as the son of Venus (or Aphrodite), the goddess of love.
However, the name "Cupid" is also used in various contexts, sometimes associating with femininity. For example, there's an Instagram account called @itscupidgirl, and a company called Cupid Intimates sells shapewear for women (Cupid Intimates). The name itself is gender-neutral and can be applied to both male and female characters or products. Additionally, some instances in video games, like those reported in a Reddit thread discussing Sims 4 (Reddit - Cupid's Corner Gallery Sims), show instances of male Sims with female voices, adding to the confusion around character gender assignments.
The use of the name "Cupid" in modern contexts and specific media does not change the traditional understanding of Cupid as a male deity in classical mythology. The confusion arises from the modern usage of the name, detaching it from its mythological origins. We must distinguish between the mythological figure and modern applications of the name.
Furthermore, the reference to Chairwoman Cupid (Cobb County Georgia) highlights how the name can be used as a personal name, irrespective of gender.
In summary: While the name "Cupid" might be used in ways that associate it with females, the original and most widely understood Cupid from classical mythology is male.
