Mandy Girl
Origin(s)
English; Latin
Meaning
English: Diminutive of Amanda; Latin: Worthy of love
Historical & Cultural Background
Mandy is often considered a diminutive form of Amanda, which gained popularity in the English-speaking world. The name Amanda has roots in Latin, meaning 'worthy of love.' Mandy became popular in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States. It is often associated with a friendly and approachable persona.
Trend Summary
Mandy experienced a peak in popularity in the 1970s and 1980s in the United States.
Similar Names
Mandi, Amanda, Melody, Randi, Kandy, Dandy
Variants
- Mandi
- Mandy
International Variants
- Mandi (Hindi)
- Mande (French)
Famous people named Mandy
Mandy Moore is an American singer and actress known for her role in the television series 'This Is Us.'.
Mandy Patinkin is an American actor and singer recognized for his performances in 'The Princess Bride' and 'Homeland.'.
Mandy Harvey is an American singer-songwriter who gained fame as a contestant on 'America's Got Talent.'.
Mandy Smith is a British singer who became known in the 1980s pop music scene.
Fictional characters named Mandy
Mandy is a character in the animated series 'The Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy,' known for her dark and cynical personality.
Mandy is a character in the 'Mandy' comic series, which features her adventures in a whimsical world.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mandy was first seen in the United States in 1880. Mandy has ranked as high as #183 nationally which occurred in 1978 and has been most popular in Texas, California, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Mandy has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mandy (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 34 |
1881 | 40 |
1882 | 41 |
1883 | 35 |
1884 | 40 |
1885 | 55 |
1886 | 69 |
1887 | 37 |
1888 | 58 |
1889 | 44 |
1890 | 48 |
1891 | 46 |
1892 | 56 |
1893 | 50 |
1894 | 56 |
1895 | 52 |
1896 | 53 |
1897 | 36 |
1898 | 50 |
1899 | 43 |
1900 | 76 |
1901 | 54 |
1902 | 51 |
1903 | 52 |
1904 | 51 |
1905 | 67 |
1906 | 50 |
1907 | 51 |
1908 | 48 |
1909 | 61 |
1910 | 72 |
1911 | 59 |
1912 | 61 |
1913 | 52 |
1914 | 89 |
1915 | 83 |
1916 | 97 |
1917 | 79 |
1918 | 111 |
1919 | 100 |
1920 | 89 |
1921 | 103 |
1922 | 89 |
1923 | 91 |
1924 | 77 |
1925 | 98 |
1926 | 84 |
1927 | 90 |
1928 | 72 |
1929 | 47 |
1930 | 54 |
1931 | 61 |
1932 | 60 |
1933 | 51 |
1934 | 44 |
1935 | 38 |
1936 | 47 |
1937 | 42 |
1938 | 39 |
1939 | 48 |
1940 | 42 |
1941 | 41 |
1942 | 48 |
1943 | 51 |
1944 | 43 |
1945 | 38 |
1946 | 42 |
1947 | 48 |
1948 | 42 |
1949 | 39 |
1950 | 41 |
1951 | 41 |
1952 | 39 |
1953 | 41 |
1954 | 35 |
1955 | 42 |
1956 | 91 |
1957 | 141 |
1958 | 127 |
1959 | 146 |
1960 | 147 |
1961 | 147 |
1962 | 180 |
1963 | 175 |
1964 | 233 |
1965 | 185 |
1966 | 193 |
1967 | 196 |
1968 | 225 |
1969 | 215 |
1970 | 233 |
1971 | 294 |
1972 | 322 |
1973 | 385 |
1974 | 446 |
1975 | 2,710 |
1976 | 2,924 |
1977 | 3,100 |
1978 | 3,110 |
1979 | 2,720 |
1980 | 2,232 |
1981 | 2,088 |
1982 | 1,714 |
1983 | 1,344 |
1984 | 1,095 |
1985 | 1,268 |
1986 | 1,057 |
1987 | 958 |
1988 | 796 |
1989 | 585 |
1990 | 526 |
1991 | 416 |
1992 | 351 |
1993 | 338 |
1994 | 275 |
1995 | 251 |
1996 | 264 |
1997 | 240 |
1998 | 159 |
1999 | 223 |
2000 | 216 |
2001 | 234 |
2002 | 239 |
2003 | 246 |
2004 | 291 |
2005 | 270 |
2006 | 242 |
2007 | 227 |
2008 | 147 |
2009 | 149 |
2010 | 104 |
2011 | 101 |
2012 | 101 |
2013 | 83 |
2014 | 105 |
2015 | 70 |
2016 | 83 |
2017 | 74 |
2018 | 65 |
2019 | 64 |
2020 | 40 |
2021 | 37 |
2022 | 44 |
2023 | 39 |
2024 | 35 |