Girl · 552nd of 19,264
Misti
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
8,324
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1975
Peak Popularity Year
521
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Misti stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Misti is an English name that means 'mist' and evolved from the word 'mist' into the variant 'Misty'. It became popular in the late 20th century and is often associated with a calm and gentle image. There is no biblical relevance tied to the name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈmɪsti/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Misti is a modern variation of the name Misty, which derives from the English word 'mist', referring to a weather phenomenon characterized by a thin fog or haze.
Meaning
mist
Language Evolution
Mist, Misty
Historical Usage
Misty gained popularity as a given name in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s, often associated with a sense of nature and tranquility.
Variants & Derivatives
Misty, Misty Lee, Mista
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Misti is perceived as a whimsical and gentle name, often associated with softness and ethereality.
Famous People
Misti Traya, Misti Dawn
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 521 peak births in 1975
Geographic Spread
Popular across 38 US states, with strongest presence in Wyoming
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 10 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 5 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2706th of 12526 | 336 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 552nd of 19264 | 5,263 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1077th of 27321 | 2,529 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8824th of 35406 | 191 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |