Mammie Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAM-ee / ˈmæmiEnglish; diminutive of 'mama'
Meaning
Mother; affectionate term for mother
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Mammie is derived from the affectionate term 'mama', commonly used in English-speaking cultures. It has been used as a diminutive or nickname for mothers and maternal figures. The name reflects a sense of warmth and familial connection. Its usage has varied over time and can be seen in various cultural contexts.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mammy
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mammie was first seen in the United States in 1880. Mammie has ranked as high as #850 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Mammie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mammie (1962)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MS | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 10 |
| 1881 | 10 |
| 1883 | 6 |
| 1884 | 7 |
| 1886 | 6 |
| 1887 | 16 |
| 1888 | 12 |
| 1889 | 10 |
| 1890 | 18 |
| 1891 | 10 |
| 1892 | 14 |
| 1893 | 21 |
| 1894 | 14 |
| 1895 | 21 |
| 1896 | 13 |
| 1897 | 13 |
| 1898 | 14 |
| 1899 | 14 |
| 1900 | 38 |
| 1901 | 27 |
| 1902 | 35 |
| 1903 | 23 |
| 1904 | 26 |
| 1905 | 23 |
| 1906 | 21 |
| 1907 | 20 |
| 1908 | 14 |
| 1909 | 29 |
| 1910 | 28 |
| 1911 | 23 |
| 1912 | 34 |
| 1913 | 47 |
| 1914 | 52 |
| 1915 | 46 |
| 1916 | 52 |
| 1917 | 41 |
| 1918 | 60 |
| 1919 | 59 |
| 1920 | 56 |
| 1921 | 54 |
| 1922 | 60 |
| 1923 | 60 |
| 1924 | 66 |
| 1925 | 55 |
| 1926 | 54 |
| 1927 | 63 |
| 1928 | 51 |
| 1929 | 54 |
| 1930 | 38 |
| 1931 | 52 |
| 1932 | 42 |
| 1933 | 40 |
| 1934 | 46 |
| 1935 | 32 |
| 1936 | 40 |
| 1937 | 27 |
| 1938 | 29 |
| 1939 | 31 |
| 1940 | 46 |
| 1941 | 31 |
| 1942 | 29 |
| 1943 | 35 |
| 1944 | 39 |
| 1945 | 31 |
| 1946 | 28 |
| 1947 | 28 |
| 1948 | 30 |
| 1949 | 29 |
| 1950 | 34 |
| 1951 | 23 |
| 1952 | 19 |
| 1953 | 33 |
| 1954 | 29 |
| 1955 | 21 |
| 1956 | 22 |
| 1957 | 14 |
| 1958 | 17 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1960 | 10 |
| 1961 | 12 |
| 1962 | 13 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 13 |
| 1965 | 12 |
| 1966 | 11 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1986 | 6 |