A 1880s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Minnie since 1880
Babies named Minnie per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1916, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Minnie's real moment was 1880.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 21,724 |
| 1890s | 24,615 |
| 1900s | 19,715 |
| 1910s | 27,486 |
| 1920s | 26,905 |
| 1930s | 15,874 |
| 1940s | 11,736 |
| 1950s | 5,933 |
| 1960s | 2,266 |
| 1970s | 966 |
| 1980s | 488 |
| 1990s | 345 |
| 2000s | 298 |
| 2010s | 572 |
| 2020s | 357 |
Meaning & origin
Minnie is a name that evokes vintage charm, with its peak popularity in 1880 when it was the most popular name (rank 1) in the United States. It fell out of favor for much of the 20th century, but since the year 2000 it has been steadily rising, reflecting a revival of interest in classic and retro names. The name shows particular strength in Oklahoma, Utah, and Texas. Minnie's association with the Disney character Minnie Mouse gives it a playful, enduring appeal. With a current one-in-29,764 frequency, it remains a rare but recognizable choice for parents looking for a name with historical depth and a touch of whimsy.
Minnie emerged in the 19th century as a pet form of Mary and Wilhelmina, among others. Its popularity soared in the late 1800s, peaking in 1880 in the U.S., and it became associated with the beloved Disney character Minnie Mouse in the 20th century.
Where Minnie is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Minnie” around the world
Where Minnie lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
Ireland
3
babies in 2025
Sources: CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Min, Minna
Sibling names for Minnie
Names that share Minnie's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Millie, Maggie, Daisy, Posy, Rosie, Margie, Mattie, Gertie, Hettie, Lettie, Linnie, Maxie, Mayme, Mickie, Missy, Mitzie, Nettie, Ettie, Glennie, Jettie, Ludie, Mammie, Mellie, Monnie, Ressie, Zettie, Birtie, Doshie, Ersie, Ginnie, Jolly, Lemmie, Lesta, Letti, Littie, Lollie, Mame, Mattye, Maymie, Mennie, Mossie, Nonnie, Tinnie, Biddie, Bunnie, Climmie, Cornie, Dollye, Eppie, Frenchie, Mamye, Mollye, Pinky, Tassie, Venie, Vessie, Wessie, Zellie, Clessie, Earsie, Gustie, Hattye, Lummie, Melvinia, Michie, Nelsie, Netty, Nillie, Rissie, Sibbie, Tannie
Brothers: Mickey, Archie, Otis, Finn, Theo, Dennie, Micky, Oral, Simmie, Berl, Vollie, Wallie, Limmie, Sollie, Mosie
