Holding steady.
Popularity of Mintie since 1880
Babies named Mintie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 134 |
| 1890s | 113 |
| 1900s | 66 |
| 1910s | 67 |
| 1920s | 35 |
| 1930s | 26 |
| 1940s | 5 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Mintie is a rare historical name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1880, the earliest year of Social Security data, and saw its peak usage in that same year. The name never ranked in national popularity lists, reflecting its rarity, and it has remained stable in its absence from widespread use. While many nature-inspired names from the Victorian era have seen revivals, Mintie has not reentered common usage. Its top states are not recorded, indicating it was used too infrequently to be associated with any particular region. Mintie's charm lies in its simple, sweet sound and the fresh, herbal imagery its name evokes.
Mintie likely arose as a pet form or diminutive of names like Minnie or Minta, or as a direct borrowing of the word mint (the herb). It was recorded primarily in the late 19th century, with its peak usage in 1880, and has since become very rare. The name fits a pattern of floral and nature-inspired names popular in the Victorian era.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Minnie, Mint
Variants: Minta, Minny
Sibling names for Mintie
Names that share Mintie's style, for a brother or sister.
