Declining since 2022.
Popularity of Minas since 1973
Babies named Minas per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 18 |
| 1980s | 25 |
| 1990s | 24 |
| 2000s | 10 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 35 |
Meaning & origin
The name Minas has been used in the United States since at least 1973, but it has never entered the mainstream. Its peak year was 2023, though its trajectory has been falling since 2022. While it does not rank in the top 1,000, its rare usage suggests a connection to Greek heritage or a modern appreciation for concise, masculine names. The name has seen extremely low frequency, with no recorded concentration in any state. Its appeal lies in its simplicity and melodic sound, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon but classic-sounding name rooted in Greek tradition.
Minas is most commonly a Greek name, often seen as a shortened form of names such as Minasios or related to the ancient Greek 'mene' meaning moon. It has been used in Greece since at least the 20th century, and its popularity in the United States has been very rare, with sporadic usage beginning in the 1970s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mino, Min
Sibling names for Minas
Names that share Minas's style, for a brother or sister.
