Minda Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Minda originates from Latin, meaning 'thoughtful' or 'remembering'. It has evolved through various forms, with modern usage becoming more common in the 20th century. The name is often associated with traits of friendliness and approachability, and it currently has a positive perception. There are no significant biblical connections to the name.
The name Minda is most popular in Oregon, 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, Minda 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, 'Minda' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3475th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4026th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2202nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2694th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6152nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 15718th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 19402nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Minda' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Minda"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɪndə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Minda is derived from the Latin word 'minde', which means 'to think' or 'to remember'. It is also associated with the name 'Minda', which appears in various cultures as a diminutive or variation of names like Melinda or Mindy.
Meaning
thoughtful, remembering
Language Evolution
Minda (modern form), Mindus (Latin), Melinda (older form)
Historical Usage
The name Minda gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern variation of older names.
Variants & Derivatives
Mindy, Melinda, Minda-Lou
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Minda is perceived as a unique and modern name, often viewed as friendly and approachable.
Famous People
Minda Dentler - American athlete and advocate, Minda Harts - Author and speaker
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Minda"
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 "Minda"
"Minda" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3475th of 9107 | 123 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4026th of 9204 | 92 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2202nd of 12526 | 480 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2694th of 19264 | 442 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6152nd of 27321 | 206 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 15718th of 35406 | 70 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 19402nd of 30306 | 28 |
Regional Popularity of "Minda" 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 "Minda" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 2227th/2227 |
84.49% 2053rd/2430 |
- |
85.12% 2362nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
80.73% 2371st/2937 |
- |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
83.90% 3393rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Minda"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Minda" 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.