Missie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Missie originates from English as a diminutive of Michelle, which itself is derived from the Hebrew name Mikha'el meaning 'who is like God?'. The name has evolved through various languages and forms, retaining its core meaning. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and is perceived as warm and friendly. Missie does not have a biblical background, but it is connected to Michael, a significant biblical figure.
The name Missie is most popular in Alabama, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South 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, Missie has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Missie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2699th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5743rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4764th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3442nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12276th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 28476th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Missie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Missie"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɪsi/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Missie is derived from the diminutive form of the name Michelle, which is the feminine variant of Michael, originating from the Hebrew name Mikha'el meaning 'who is like God?'.
Meaning
Who is like God?
Language Evolution
Mikha'el (Hebrew), Michael (Latin and Greek), Michelle (French), Missie (English)
Historical Usage
Missie gained popularity in the late 20th century as a casual and affectionate form of Michelle, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Missy, Michele, Misha, Micheline
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Missie is often viewed as a friendly and approachable name, associated with warmth and affection.
Famous People
Missie Elliott (American rapper and producer), Missie Smith (American television personality)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Missie"
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 "Missie"
"Missie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2699th of 9107 | 196 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5743rd of 9204 | 36 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4764th of 12526 | 130 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3442nd of 19264 | 304 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12276th of 27321 | 64 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 28476th of 30306 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Missie" 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 "Missie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
88.93% 2104th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
- |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Missie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Missie" 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.