Holding steady.
Popularity of Mendi since 1962
Babies named Mendi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 71 |
| 1970s | 343 |
| 1980s | 89 |
| 1990s | 11 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Mendi is an uncommon feminine name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1962. It reached its modest peak in 1975, the year of its highest recorded usage, though it never approached the top 1000. The name has maintained a stable trajectory since then, with very few annual births. Its spelling suggests a creative variation of the more familiar Mandy, possibly influenced by the similarly pronounced surname Mendi or other short forms. While Mendi has not been concentrated in any particular state, its sound aligns with the nickname-style names popular in the mid-20th century. The name carries a friendly, approachable feel but remains rare enough to feel distinctive.
Mendi is likely a modern coinage or a phonetic variant of the nickname Mandy (from Amanda or Miranda). It may also be influenced by the surname Mendi or place names. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1962 and saw a small peak in usage during the 1970s, but remains rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mendy, Mendi, Men
Sibling names for Mendi
Names that share Mendi's style, for a brother or sister.
