Rising since 2005, #1,769 for girls today.
Popularity of Minha since 1997
Babies named Minha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 12 |
| 2000s | 66 |
| 2010s | 261 |
| 2020s | 551 |
Meaning & origin
Minha is a modern feminine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1997 and has been climbing in popularity since 2005. In 2025, it ranked 1,769th with approximately 1 in 14,099 newborn girls receiving the name. Its peak year so far is 2025, indicating continued growth. The name is most common in Maryland, New York, and Illinois, suggesting a pattern of use among diverse urban populations. While its origins are uncertain, it may be a creative variation of Mina, a name with multiple cultural roots. Minha exemplifies a contemporary naming trend where phonetic appeal and stylistic distinctiveness take precedence over historical derivation.
The name Minha is likely a modern coinage, possibly derived from Mina, a feminine name with various origins. It emerged in the late 20th century, with its first recorded use in the U.S. in 1997. Its popularity has been rising steadily since 2005, suggesting it may be a contemporary stylistic variant or a creative spelling influenced by phonetic trends.
Where Minha is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Minha” around the world
Where Minha lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Ireland
4
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Minha
Names that share Minha's style, for a brother or sister.
