Rising since 1993, #7,491 for girls today.
Popularity of Mindel since 1960
Babies named Mindel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 18 |
| 1990s | 27 |
| 2000s | 53 |
| 2010s | 89 |
| 2020s | 80 |
Meaning & origin
Mindel is an exceptionally rare name in the United States, with its first recorded appearance in Social Security data in 1960. Its popularity has been rising since 1993, reaching a peak rank of 7,491 in 2025, where it was given to roughly 1 in every 114,805 baby girls. The name is most common in New Jersey and New York, reflecting its continued use in Orthodox Jewish communities. Despite its obscurity, Mindel carries a distinctive Yiddish heritage and a gentle, vintage sound.
Mindel is a name primarily found in Jewish communities, likely a Yiddish feminine diminutive formed from Minna or Mina, which themselves derive from Germanic roots meaning 'love' (from minne) or 'helmet' (from Old High German minna). It has been used as a given name in Ashkenazi families, particularly in Eastern Europe and among immigrants to the United States. The name remains rare but has seen a slight resurgence in the 21st century.
Where Mindel is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mindy, Mina
Variants: Mendel, Mindl, Mindle
Sibling names for Mindel
Names that share Mindel's style, for a brother or sister.
