Mandi Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Mandi has its roots in Latin, meaning 'worthy of love'. It evolved from the name Amanda and is seen as a modern and trendy choice. The name has gained popularity in recent decades and is associated with positive traits like friendliness and warmth. There is no biblical relevance connected to this name.
The name Mandi is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Mandi has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Mandi' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4988th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 617th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 700th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2913th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9797th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Mandi' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mandi"
Pronunciation
/ˈmændi/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Mandi is derived from the Latin word 'mandatum', meaning 'command' or 'order'. It is often considered a diminutive form of Amanda, which means 'worthy of love'.
Meaning
worthy of love
Language Evolution
Amanda, Mandi
Historical Usage
Mandi gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries as a modern and trendy name.
Variants & Derivatives
Amanda, Mandy
Modern Popularity & Image
Mandi is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with youthful energy and warmth.
Famous People
Mandi Moore, Mandi Patinkin
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mandi"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Mandi"
"Mandi" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4988th of 12526 | 116 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 617th of 19264 | 4,380 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 700th of 27321 | 4,517 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2913th of 35406 | 883 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9797th of 30306 | 122 |
Regional Popularity of "Mandi" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Mandi" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
95.80% 2328th/2430 |
- |
81.08% 2250th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
17.16% 504th/2937 |
22.91% 798th/3483 |
17.96% 632nd/3518 |
13.65% 552nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
15.82% 583rd/3685 |
21.07% 943rd/4475 |
13.40% 696th/5194 |
12.13% 766th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.24% 3264th/4582 |
81.41% 4204th/5164 |
47.00% 3437th/7313 |
48.73% 3637th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
94.39% 5924th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Mandi"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mandi" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.